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Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

Description:

Slim and long-necked, the Northern Pintail has a distinctive silhouette. The male is easy to identify by his striking markings and long tail, but even the female can be recognized by her graceful, long-necked shape.

Habitat:

Wastewater treatment pond next to San Francisco Bay

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DonnaPomeroy
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DonnaPomeroy

San Mateo, California, USA

Spotted on Oct 20, 2012
Submitted on Dec 2, 2012

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