Cape Teal
Anas capensis
Points
20
per confirmed sighting
BirdConservation status: Least ConcernUncommon to spot
birds • Anatidae
Cape Teal.
C
Anas capensis
Category
birds
Family
Anatidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 402 g (EltonTraits).
Points
20 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding cape teal in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-strata profile: water-surface foraging 80%, below-surface aquatic foraging 20%.
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: invertebrates 40%; ectothermic vertebrates 40%; seeds 10%; other plant material 10%.
Behaviour
When to look
Not classified as primarily nocturnal in EltonTraits.
Where to see it
South Africa
NamibiaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
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