Having lived in the Northwest (Seattle) for 18 years before moving to Tucson, ducks were almost like pigeons in New York City's Central Park. And just about every species including the seagoing ones. Arizona --- a different story. Usually Mallards, Northern Shovelers, and Coots can be found year round in Southern Arizona. However, winter brings many of other duck species. So it is NOW a treat to go out looking for them during those winter days ---- even though I saw them daily in the Northwest. Whitewater Draw is a good pace to start. And, while the main attraction there are the thousands of Sandhill Cranes, don't overlook the beautiful Northern Pintail, Gadwall, or Green Winged Teal that can be found.
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| Green Winged Teal |
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| Northern Shoveler |
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| Northern Pintail |
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| Gadwall |
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