Eurasian Teal

Eurasian Teal

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Eurasian Teal

About shooting eurasian teal

The teal is Norway's smallest duck and popular among waterfowl hunters. It flushes fast and unpredictably, making it a challenging target.

Hunting is done as stand hunting at ponds and wetlands, often combined with other duck hunting. Teal often fly in small flocks and can come in quickly and low.

They are particularly active at dusk and can appear without warning. Good scouting of local ponds and pools is what determines whether you find the right stand.

Open Season

21 Aug – 23 Dec

Weight

250–400 g

Distribution

The teal is widespread throughout Norway, but most numerous in Southern Norway and the central parts of the country. It breeds at small lakes, bog pools and streams in forest and mountain.

Terrain

Shallow ponds, bog tarns and streams with dense vegetation. The teal prefers sheltered, shallow water with rich marsh vegetation.

Identification

The male has a chestnut head with a green eye stripe. The female is small and mottled brown.

Fieldcraft Tips

Search shallow ponds and bog tarns. Teal sit tight and flush suddenly. Be ready.

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