Anas Acuta Collection

Male pintail (Anas acuta). This duck is widespread throughout northern Europe and Asia and North America. It inhabits wetland areas and feeds on plant material extracted from the lake bottom

Northern pintail ducks, spring migration, USA, Washington State

Northern pintail ducks, foraging in flooded agriculture field, migration stop, USA, Oregon

Northern pintail duck, foraging in flooded agriculture field, migration stop, USA, Oregon

Northern pintail duck, foraging in flooded agriculture field, migration stop, USA, Washington

Northern pintail drake, foraging in flooded farmers field, USA, Oregon

Drake Pintail, 1682. Creator: Rochus van Veen
Drake Pintail, 1682

Pintail or Northern Pintail (Anas acuta), drake in breeding plumage, Kiskunsag National Park, Southeastern Hungary
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Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) duck landing

Female Pintail (Anas acuta) with chicks, Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, USA, July

Male and female Northern pintail ducks. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Pintail duck

Northern pintail drake flying

Northern pintail drake

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Mallard and Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) - Pintail drake in flight, about to land on lake, Island of Texel, The Netherland Date: 11-Feb-19

Northern pintail drake taking flight

Northern pintail pair at dawn

Northern pintail pair

The northern pintail is a duck with wide geographic distribution that breeds in the northern areas of Europe, Asia and North America

Pintails (Anas acuta) flock flying

Northern Pintail Drake drying wings

Tail of a Pintail Anas acuta UK winter

Pintail Anas acuta viewed through a fisheye lens Hokkaido Japan winter

Pintail, Anas acuta, male, UK, winter

Northern Pintail pair, Anas acuta

Flock of flying, migrating Northern Pintails in blue sky, Anas acuta, Netherlands

Female Northern Pintail standing, Anas acuta

Shovelers Anas clypeata male Norfolk UK

Pintail Anas acuta Hokkaido Japan

Pintail Anas acuta Hokkaido Japan winter

USA, Washington State. Male Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) takes flight from a pond

American wigeons and northern pintails in flight, Bosque del Apache NWR, New Mexico
American wigeons and northern pintails flying, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Northern Pintail Drake
Northern Pintail drake

A male pintail duck glides on a pond in a wetland marsh

Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) male preening and resting in Laguna Madre, South Padre Island, Cameron Co. Texas, USA

Northern pintail (Anas acuta) male swimming, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Birds: Anseriformes, Northern Shoveller (Anas clypeata), Aythya - diving duck (Nyroca ferina), Tundra Swan (Cygnus columbianus), Northern Pintail (Anas acuta), Common Duck Mullard (Anas boschas)

Northern pintail (Anas acuta) drake, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Anas acuta, northern pintail
Plate 227 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) males and female in flight, South Padre Island, Cameron Co. Texas, USA

Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) male in flight, South Padre Island, Cameron Co. Texas, USA

Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) adult, male preening and loafing, winter, Laguna Madre, Texas, USA

Northern Pintail, Anas acuta, male, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

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The majestic Anas acuta, commonly known as the Northern Pintail, is a sight to behold. With its slender body and long neck, the male pintail stands out with its striking plumage. In a stunning display of grace, we witness a Northern Pintail duck landing on calm waters, creating ripples that reflect its beauty. But it's not just the males that captivate us; the females are equally enchanting. Here in Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska, we see a female pintail leading her adorable chicks through lush wetlands. A heartwarming scene that reminds us of the importance of family bonds. Traveling south to Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico, we encounter both male and female Northern pintails peacefully coexisting. Their synchronized movements across serene waters showcase their harmonious relationship. In flight, these elegant ducks truly shine. The Pintail duck takes to the sky with effortless grace while its distinctive elongated tail feathers trail behind like an artist's brushstroke against the canvas of blue skies. Observing closely at this Northern pintail drake perched on still water reveals intricate details of its plumage - from vibrant chestnut-colored head to delicate silver-gray body feathers - truly nature's masterpiece. With wings spread wide open against a backdrop of golden sunlight at dawn, a pair of Northern pintails creates an ethereal silhouette, and is during these magical moments when nature paints breathtaking pictures for all who have eyes to see. This widespread species finds solace in various habitats around the world but holds true to their breeding grounds where they form strong bonds and raise future generations together. The northern pintail embodies resilience and adaptability as it thrives amidst changing landscapes. Whether gracefully gliding on water or taking flight into boundless skies, Anas acuta continues to mesmerize us with its elegance and timeless charm.