description White-cheeked Pintail Overview
The White-cheeked Pintail, Anas bahamensis, is a dabbling duck native to the Caribbean, coastal South America, and the Galápagos Islands. Adults have conspicuous white cheeks and throat, a brown spotted body, and a gray bill marked with red near its base. The species inhabits shallow saline or brackish wetlands, including mangroves, lagoons, and salt ponds, where it feeds by dabbling for aquatic plants and small invertebrates.
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What is the scientific name of the White-cheeked Pintail?
The White-cheeked Pintail is Anas bahamensis. It is a dabbling duck with distinctive white cheeks and throat, plus a gray bill that usually has red near its base.
Where does the White-cheeked Pintail live?
It occurs across the Caribbean, coastal parts of South America, and the Galápagos Islands. The species favors shallow wetlands, lagoons, mangroves, and other coastal or freshwater habitats.
What does a White-cheeked Pintail look like?
Adults have a brown, spotted body and a dark head contrasted by bright white cheeks. Its bill is gray with a red marking near the base, which helps distinguish it from many other small ducks.
Is the White-cheeked Pintail a diving duck?
No. It is a dabbling duck, so it usually feeds by tipping forward in shallow water rather than diving deeply. Its diet can include aquatic plants, seeds, and small invertebrates.
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