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Chestnut teal

Australia·Bird

The Chestnut Teal is a small dabbling duck native to Australia, known for its ability to thrive in both freshwater and high-salinity coastal environments.This species is sexually dimorphic, meaning males and females have distinct appearances.
  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • Life span10-15 years
  • Body size14-20 in. long, 1-2 lbs
  • Native habitat Coastal estuaries, brackish lagoons, mangrove swamps of Southern Australia and Tasmania
  • DietSmall invertebrates, plants, seeds
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