Friday, February 20, 2026

February 20, 2026

We are male Northern Pintail ducks
Our tails are pointy and our heads are brown.
When migrating to breed, 
We can fly up to speeds 
Of 48 mph - we REALLY want to get down. 

Location: Black Point Wildlife Drive, MINWR

Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Northern_Pintail/overview

Photo and text © 2026 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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