Along the quiet lagoons and coastal wetlands of South America and the Caribbean, this elegant waterfowl glides with understated grace. It feeds on aquatic plants, seeds, and small invertebrates, tipping forward in shallow water to graze beneath the surface. What makes it extraordinary is its resilience — thriving in brackish marshes and inland ponds alike, quietly linking freshwater and coastal ecosystems. A soft brown silhouette marked by a crisp white cheek, yet a steady guardian of shimmering wetlands.
White-cheeked Pintail 👇
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