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Blue-winged Teal Identification

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The Four Keys to ID

  • Size & Shape

    A small dabbling duck, a Blue-winged Teal is dwarfed by a Mallard and only a touch larger than a Green-winged Teal. Head is rounded and bill is on the large side.

    Relative Size

    Relative Sizecrow sizedcrow-sized

    Measurements
    • Both Sexes
      • Length: 14.2-16.1 in (36-41 cm)
      • Weight: 8.1-19.2 oz (230-545 g)
      • Wingspan: 22.1-24.4 in (56-62 cm)