Are the smallest of the 'duck' species that are hunted in most of North America, and are very mild in flavour. 

These birds are one of the first of the duck species to 'pull out' and head south on their migration, and in many places opportunities to shoot these birds will come at the first of the 'hunting' season. These little birds are very fast flyers, and dart & dodge, especially when shot at. They are very challenging shots for most waterfowlers. 

These birds are primarily 'marsh' birds, and although can be successfully hunted in farm ponds and potholes, rarely go to what most would regard as 'big water' marshes. When they do, you'll find them on the periphery, where the cover is quite thick. 

Novice hunters may confuse these little birds with female mallards, but beside a mallard duck the teal is a 'midget'. You'll need at least a couple of these birds per person for a meal, and be sure to have lots of side dishes and vegies to go along with these small, but toothsome wetlands treats!