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    Default Ringed Teal - Callonetta leucophrys

    Ringed Teal is a small duck of South American forests. It is the only species of the genus Callonetta. Usually placed with the dabbling ducks. this species may actually be closer to shelducks

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    The first photo of the female was taken a Paignton Zoo standing on a wall. It is a free duck and not enclosed
    The male was taken last year at Kelsey park. I thought it was a Wigeon but have since found it to be a Ringed Teal male. This is also a free duck
    They are probably escapees from a collection
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    Fascinating, Beryl!

    I'd have guessed a type of Wigeon too - similar to the American Wigeon, but more handsome!

    (I especially like that second shot - just brilliant!)

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    Thanks Catherine
    Actually I uploaded it as a wigeon and neither myself or Rolf noticed the difference until I was looking for some thing and came across it again, did a double take and though I had a partially albino wigeon Spent nearly all day researching . then when I found it realised I had the female as well. So am really pleased

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