Green-Winged Teal
Anas Cracca
Environment
They prefer small, shallow, permanent ponds near boreal forests that boast an abundance of emergent vegetation.
Eggs
Female's lay an average of 8-9.
Diet
They commonly feed on insects, aquatic vegetation, seeds of grasses and sedges, and sometimes agricultural crops.
Female
Females are average colored with few bright colored feathers, but not many.
Mating
Breeding season begins in May, usually in Canada. The females build nests and lays eggs and incubates them for 23 days.
Male
Males tend to be more florescent and colorful.
Migration
They travel in a "V" formation at very high speeds of 50 mph, but are capable of flying 60 mph.
Interesting Facts
-Life Span is commonly 20-30 years.
-Have the fasted growth rate of most ducks.
-Males whistle, while females "quack".