description Cape Teal Overview
The Cape teal, Anas capensis, is a dabbling duck found in eastern and southern Africa, especially on shallow saline or alkaline lakes, lagoons, marshes, and seasonal wetlands. Both sexes have similar pale gray plumage marked with darker spots, a pink bill with a dark base, and reddish eyes, although males are generally slightly larger. It feeds by dabbling and swimming for aquatic invertebrates, seeds, and other plant material.
help Cape Teal FAQ
What is the scientific name of the Cape teal?
The Cape teal is Anas capensis. It is a dabbling duck found in eastern and southern Africa.
Where does the Cape teal live?
It favors shallow saline or alkaline lakes, lagoons, marshes, and seasonal wetlands. These habitats are common in parts of eastern and southern Africa.
How can you identify a Cape teal?
Both sexes have pale gray plumage marked with darker spots. They also have a pink bill with a dark base.
Do male and female Cape teal look different?
The sexes have broadly similar plumage, unlike many strongly dimorphic duck species. Their pale gray, spotted appearance and pink bill are useful field marks.
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