This is the Eurasian form of our North American Green-winged Teal. It is very rare in the state and was until recently considered "reviewable" by the MD/DCRC. Look for this species anywhere you find large concentrations of Green-winged Teal. Intergrades should also be considered/expected.
The male Common Teal has a horizontal white stripe in the lower scapulars that is absent in Green-winged Teal. The male Green-winged Teal has a vertical white bar on the side of the breast that is absent in Common Teal. Males with both features - especially with one or both features "weaker" in appearance - may be intergrades.
Truitt's Landing, West Ocean City Pond (very rare)
Nearly always found with large concentrations of Green-winged Teal.
There are 19 records in the project database.
GA | AL | WA | FR | CL | MO | HO | BA | BC | HA | CE | PG | AA | CV | CH | SM | KE | QA | CN | TA | DO | WI | SO | WO |