Friday, 31 October 2014

Northern Pintail

I think the Pintail is my favourite duck. I always look forward to their numbers swelling in the Autumn, with more birds coming to our waters. At Martin Mere last weekend there were plenty about and some of them look pretty spectacular. These pictures are all of the male, and a fine one at that.
Look out for them because they are around and they'll put a smile on your face.


He was a little tired after a hard day bobbing on the water.




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18 comments:

  1. Susan1 November 2014 at 02:17

    Beautiful images of him!

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  2. Bethany Carson1 November 2014 at 04:15

    Very nice looking bird!

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  3. Stewart M1 November 2014 at 06:34

    Great looking birds - there have been a few images of Pintails on the net this week. Which is very nice!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  4. Margaret Birding For Pleasure1 November 2014 at 15:15

    Yes it certainly is the most handsome duck that comes to the UK in the winter time. Have a great weekend.

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  5. TexWisGirl1 November 2014 at 15:41

    i love these fine looking ducks!

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  6. eileeninmd1 November 2014 at 16:42

    The Northern Pintail is a gorgeous duck.. They are common sights in the winter time along the Mid-Atlantic states.. Great shots. Thank you for sharing your critter post and linking up. Have a happy weekend!

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  7. Bob Bushell1 November 2014 at 22:13

    Those are wonderful, the best is number 1, fantastic.

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  8. A Colorful World2 November 2014 at 00:02

    Really beautiful photos. I love the touches of color on the wings, and that marvelous feather design.

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  9. ifthethunderdontgetya™³²®©2 November 2014 at 03:41

    Such a fine fellow!
    ~

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  10. Sallie (FullTime-Life)2 November 2014 at 05:00

    A dapper duck indeed! A fine fashion sense!

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  11. Noushka2 November 2014 at 08:09

    Gorgeous bird I have yet to see!
    Those pictures are superb, well done!

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  12. Anni 2 November 2014 at 10:32

    What beautiful, clear and detailed close-ups of this beautiful duck!!! Wonderful.

    Thanks again for sharing your link at I'd Rather B Birdin'. It's always appreciated!!

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  13. Unknown2 November 2014 at 10:58

    Beautiful photos! He's very handsome.

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  14. Phil Slade2 November 2014 at 12:38

    Lovely pictures Adam. I've seen those Pintails at Martin Mere and unlike their totally wild counterparts on our marshes, it's good to see the mere ones up close and personal.

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  15. Anonymous2 November 2014 at 16:43

    Beautiful!

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  16. sunshine2 November 2014 at 22:00

    Wow, stunninng photos of a wonnderful bird.

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  17. Jane Hards Photography3 November 2014 at 20:19

    They're gorgeous images. Love the light. I used to live in the North West, a great place for wildlife spotting.

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  18. Anonymous3 November 2014 at 23:39

    Great images of this gorgeous bird.

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