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FWC Home : Wildlife & Habitats :: Ringed Teal - Callonetta leucophrys :

Ringed Teal - Callonetta leucophrys

Florida's Exotic Wildlife. Species detail.

First year: 1970's

Extirpated year:

Established status: Species are present but not confirmed to be breeding. Population persists only with repeated introductions and/or escapes of individuals.

Estimated Florida range: 2 counties  At least 10 years

Statewide trend: Unknown status

Threats to natives:  Unknown.

Species Account: Ranges from Bolivia to Uruguay. It is introduced and may be established.

Habitats: Lakes

County First Year Extirpated YearBreeding statusNotes
Hillsborough1970's At least 10 years 
Palm Beach1970's At least 10 years 

References

Robertson, W. B., and G. E. Woolfenden. 1992. Florida bird species: an annotated list. Florida Ornithological Society, Gainesville, Florida, USA.

Stevenson, H. M., and B. H. Anderson. 1994. The birdlife of Florida. University Press of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, USA.

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