Mascarene Teal
Anas theodori
Mascarene Teal (Anas theodori) — Ducks, Geese & Swans of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Mascarene Teal (Anas theodori) is a member of the Anatidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Anseriformes
- Family Anatidae Ducks, Geese, Swans
- Genus Anas
- Species theodori
Where it lives
Réunion and Mauritius (western, central Mascarenes, southwestern Indian Ocean)
Quick facts
- Family
- Anatidae
- Order
- Anseriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Mascarene Teal (Anas theodori) is a species of bird in the Anatidae family, part of the order Anseriformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Réunion and Mauritius (w, c Mascarenes, sw Indian Ocean).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Mascarene Teal live?
The Mascarene Teal is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Réunion and Mauritius (w, c Mascarenes, sw Indian Ocean).
What family does the Mascarene Teal belong to?
The Mascarene Teal (Anas theodori) belongs to the Anatidae family, in the order Anseriformes.
Is the Mascarene Teal endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
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