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Marbled Teal
Marmaronetta angustirostris
| Armenian Name: | Մարմարյա մրտիմն |
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| Species Status: | Endangered Species - Species of Special Concern |
See Plate 19 for Marbled Teal and other similar species
| Resident Status: | Breeding bird |
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| Abundance: | Uncommon |
| Length: | 39-42 cm, Wing Span:63-67 cm |
| Distribution Map: | Map 77. |
| Description: | Shy pale duck. Grayish-brown overall dappled with yellowish-white spots and bars. Dark patch around eye. Male has a short uneven crest erected during courtship displays. |
| Behavior: | Usually seen in pairs or small groups close to cover. Swims with front part of body held low and tail slightly cocked. |
| Habitat: | Small ponds and marshes bordered by emergent vegetation. |
| Food: | Aquatic vegetation and invertebrates. |
| Nest: | Platform of grass lined with down concealed at edge of water. |
| Eggs: | 46 mm, 7-14, pale cream. |
