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When to see Red billed Teal in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
Red billed Teal are most active during the day (06:00 to 18:00).
This is Red billed Teal's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
About the Red billed Teal
The red-billed teal is a small African duck recognised by its reddish-pink bill, dark head and body and contrasting pale markings. It is associated mainly with freshwater wetlands, lakes, dams, marshes and other open water. It feeds on aquatic vegetation, seeds and other plant material, supplemented by small aquatic invertebrates. It is generally social and may gather in flocks, particularly outside the breeding season.
How to identify the Red billed Teal
Medium-sized brown duck with a dark crown and nape, pale face, bright red bill and slate-grey legs. Sexes are similar.
Other species to look for in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
Other parks where you can see Red billed Teal
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