Yellow-billed Teal
A species of Anas Scientific name : Anas flavirostris Genus : Anas
Yellow-billed Teal, A species of Anas
Botanical name: Anas flavirostris
Genus: Anas
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Description General Info
Description
The namesake bill is bright yellow with a black tip and a black band along the ridge of the culmen. The species is somewhat similar to the larger yellow-billed pintail, but has a darker head, shorter neck and plain grayish sides. 
Size
45 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Yellow-billed Teal primarily feed on small aquatic invertebrates and plant materials, including seeds and fruits. These birds forage by filtering mud, dabbling, head dipping, or upending in shallow waters, with occasional diving. They display seasonal dietary shifts, such as a winter preference for Potentilla anserina and Trifolium.
Habitat
The yellow-billed Teal is commonly found in a range of freshwater environments, such as lakes, rivers, and marshes, predominantly within high-altitude mountainous regions that encompass bogs with ponds and creeks. During winter, this species also occupies coastal areas, favoring wetland habitats across broader geographical zones.
Dite type
Omnivorous
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Feeding Habits
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Species Status
Not globally threatened.
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