Let me know when that tide's coming in won't you

Let me know when that tide's coming in won't you

Sunday 1 December 2013

Pintail

I came across quite a number of wintering Pintail at Martin Mere. One of the smarter looking ducks in my opinion. The male is really handsome and the markings look very sharp. They also make a nice change to see on the water as opposed to our more common birds.
 






   

The female Pintail. A little less colourful (well, a lot less)
 

15 comments:

  1. one of the most handsome of ducks, for sure.

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  2. They really are lovely ducks. I managed to see one at the Bird festival at Martin Mere last weekend. From Findlay

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  3. I agree- very cute ducks. Are they couple?
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  4. Wow, what a beautiful duck! Wonderful focus on these shots. Visiting from I'd Rather B Birdin. :)

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  5. Beautiful birds! I love the lacy design on his back.

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  6. Such beautiful photo where you can see every feather on the pintail. Lovely reflections, too.

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  7. The Pintails are pretty ducks, great shots!

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  8. He's a handsome duck. Although less colourful, the female has a quiet beauty. Great shots!

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  9. Beautiful ducks and superb camera work!

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  10. Love the first shot where you can see the delicate patterns on the shoulders and back. Such very pretty ducks.

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  11. Third image down Adam is stunning. I agree with you as well, my fave duck species for all the reasons you give in your post.

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  12. Wonderfully up close and personal, Adam. Thanks!

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