Northern Pintail
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Northern Pintail
Anas acuta
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I would imagine it got its name from its long pointed tail. Also note the white extends from the breast up the side of its neck in a narrow stripe.
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Map & range may not be to any scale.
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11/13/05 new images taken at Gilbert, Arizona Water Ranch
Male Northern Pintail
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Male and female
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I think this is the female?
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