Blue-winged Teal Duck in Wetland Habitat

Blue-winged Teal Duck in Wetland Habitat

Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 11:10:05 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands

This wildlife photograph captures a Blue-winged Teal duck standing on muddy ground at the edge of shallow water in a wetland environment. The duck displays its characteristic brown mottled plumage with fine pale spotting, dark head with a white facial crescent, and a visible white patch on its flank. The setting shows typical wetland habitat with sparse vegetation, green algae-covered water, and grasses in the background. The shallow depth of field keeps the focus on the duck while the wetland environment provides natural context.

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