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Mallard duckling-1
christineredgate

Mallard duckling-1 (Anas platyrhnchos)

Do n ot normally post 2 shots of the same species at the same time,but could not decide which of these shots I preferred,In this shot,I liked the reflection and the colours of the water.
Just hope Mr Heron does not fancy a late night snack!!!
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Habitat
Muncaster wildlife pond
Location
Ravenglass ,Cumbria
Date taken
23/04/12
Scientific name
Anas platyrhnchos
Equipment used
40D,300F4 IS
ChrisKten
Lovely close-up, Christine. It's the Gulls that take most of these at my local Reservoirs. The parents try to get from the bank to the island 100m away, and the Gulls pick off the Ducklings. Some parents do it each year; they don't seem to learn.
 
Doc Duck
Great focus on this little fluffball. Nice eye contact too. Sure makes me feel for him should he become somebody's meal, but such is nature's way.
 
D. Taylor
Don't this just make you want to pick this one up and cuddle it. Top shot my friend.
 

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