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File:A pair of Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha, flying over grass. (8131795094).jpg

Red-billed Duck

Red-billed Duck

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The Red-billed Teal is a medium-sized dabbling duck widespread across Africa, easily identified by its striking bright red bill, dark cap, and pale cheeks. It is often found in large, mixed-species flocks.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa. It favors freshwater wetlands, including swamps, marshes, dams, temporary pans, and flooded grasslands.
How to spot
Look for its striking bright red bill, contrasting with a dark brown cap and pale, almost white, cheeks. The body is mottled brown, and it has a noticeable buff or pale patch at the base of the tail, especially visible when standing.
When to spot
Year-round resident throughout its range, though local movements are influenced by water levels and food availability. It is a common sight in suitable habitats.
File:A pair of Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha, flying over grass. (8131795094).jpg
File:A pair of Red-billed Teal Anas erythrorhyncha, Marievale (8116911851).jpg
File:Red-billed Pintail (Anas erythrorhyncha) RWD1.jpg
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa.jpg
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha at Borakalalo National Park, South Africa (9900158025).jpg
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha at Borakalalo National Park, South Africa (9900191526).jpg
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha at Borakalalo National Park, South Africa (9900196136).jpg
File:Red-billed Teal (Anas erythrorhyncha) (52909157118).jpg
File:Red-billed Teals (Anas erythrorhyncha) (6871766786).jpg
File:A pair of Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha, flying over grass. (8131795094).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:A pair of Red-billed Teal Anas erythrorhyncha, Marievale (8116911851).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Pintail (Anas erythrorhyncha) RWD1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha at Borakalalo National Park, South Africa (9900158025).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha at Borakalalo National Park, South Africa (9900191526).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Teal, Anas erythrorhyncha at Borakalalo National Park, South Africa (9900196136).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Teal (Anas erythrorhyncha) (52909157118).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-billed Teals (Anas erythrorhyncha) (6871766786).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Highly adaptable, the Red-billed Teal can thrive in a wide range of aquatic habitats, from temporary pans and swamps to large permanent lakes and dams, demonstrating its resilience across diverse environments.
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