About Eurasian Teal
The Eurasian teal is a small dabbling duck and the smallest duck that breeds regularly in Iceland. It inhabits shallow lakes, ponds and wetlands.
It feeds on seeds, aquatic vegetation and small invertebrates. Eurasian teal breed in Iceland and some remain through the winter.
Habitat
Ponds, shallow lakes and wetlands
Diet
Seeds, aquatic plants, insects, molluscs and other small animals.
Nesting habitat
Shallow ponds, wetlands and vegetation-rich watersides.
Identification
A very small duck. The male has a chestnut head with a broad green eye patch.
Distribution
Breeds in wetlands and around ponds in many parts of Iceland.
Interesting facts
The Eurasian teal is the smallest duck that breeds regularly in Iceland.