Northern Cinnamon Teal
Northern Cinnamon Teal
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The Northern Cinnamon Teal is a widespread subspecies of the Cinnamon Teal, known for the male's distinctive rusty-red plumage. It is a migratory dabbling duck frequently found in wetlands across its range.
Where to spot
Primarily found breeding in western North America, migrating south to Mexico and Central America for winter. Look for them in marshes, ponds, and shallow lakes with emergent vegetation.
How to spot
Focus on the male's rich cinnamon body and bright red eye. For females, observe the large, spatulate bill and the pale blue patch on the forewing, often shared with other teal species, requiring careful distinction from Blue-winged Teal females.
When to spot
Most easily observed during the breeding season (late spring to early summer) when males are in their brightest plumage, and during their spring and fall migrations.
Where to spot
Primarily found breeding in western North America, migrating south to Mexico and Central America for winter. Look for them in marshes, ponds, and shallow lakes with emergent vegetation.
How to spot
Focus on the male's rich cinnamon body and bright red eye. For females, observe the large, spatulate bill and the pale blue patch on the forewing, often shared with other teal species, requiring careful distinction from Blue-winged Teal females.
When to spot
Most easily observed during the breeding season (late spring to early summer) when males are in their brightest plumage, and during their spring and fall migrations.
Despite their vibrant coloration, Cinnamon Teals are often quite secretive, using dense vegetation along water bodies for cover.
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