Small duck, only slightly larger than the teal (38 cm, 250–450 g). The wings appear lighter (more grayish) on top than the teal. Throat light-colored (unlike the teal, where it is not distinct). The belly is also lighter and contrasts more with the dark back. Both male and female have a light line along the eye from the bill to the nape. The male’s bright breeding plumage is not visible during the hunting season.
Hunted at the beginning of the season, most often in August–September.
Age is determined by the tail.
Wing feather shafts white on top (unlike the teal).
Updated: 13.01.2026