Northern pintail

The northern pintail is a sleek, long-necked duck that migrates between its breeding grounds in northern Europe, Asia, and North America and wintering spots as far south as the equator. Unlike many widespread birds, it doesn’t split into subspecies, keeping its look consistent across the globe.

• Males have a striking chocolate-brown head and a long, pointed tail.
• They fly thousands of miles between breeding and wintering areas each year.
• No subspecies exist, despite their vast range from Europe to North America.