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A reflection in stones
David7

A reflection in stones (Anas platyrhynchos)

Lifespan: 15 to 25 years.
The Mallard is the main ancestor of most breeds of domesticated ducks, this duck occurs
almost anywhere in Europe, even in the far northern countries of Iceland and Scandinavia.
The Mallard is one of the most common varieties of ducks to be hunted as a sport. In certain countries it may be legally shot, in the United Kingdom it is protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
The fox is one of the main predators of the Mallard duck, picking mainly on brooding females. The Herring Gull, Crows and larger birds of prey are continuous predators to the Mallard Duck.
Habitat
Almost anywhere within easy reach of any kind of water, in towns, to the most remote places like moorland pools, rivers and estuarine salt marshes.
Location
East Sussex.
Date taken
February 2015
Scientific name
Anas platyrhynchos
Equipment used
Nikon
a marvelous photo, David, wonderful details and colours, and those reflections in the transparent water are gorgeous, congratulations, many tfs!!!
 
Very well detailed and a lovely setting, especially with the reflection and stones, David.
 
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That's such a lovely picture you've taken of this Mallard David and you got a super reflection too, didn't you.

Many thanks for showing it to us lad.
 
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Awesome close-up of this beautiful Mallard. Exceptional lighting, focus, dof, colors, feather detail, setting, and reflection. First-class David!
 

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