The previously reported Eurasion Common Teal was seen today at sundown at the north end of Smith Pond in Rockville Center. There were about 25 Green-winged Teal present with it. Two of the drakes (other than the common teal) did not have have the vertical line at the side of the breast/front of the flank that is usually shown. These two individuals did not exhibit other characteristics of Common Teals (horizontal white line above the flank or the bold buffy border around the green head patches). I supose it could be the result of molting or variation among the species. A link below shows a record photo of the Common Teal. Also of note were two collared Canada Geeses. I will post if any interesting info results from my submittal to USGS.
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