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Mallard
J

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)

I'd been watching this female being chased by a drake for some time but every time he got close up she went, eventually I managed a shot of her panic take-off.
Habitat
lake with islands, reeds etc
Location
Penzance, Cornwall
Date taken
nov 2008
Scientific name
Anas platyrhynchos
Equipment used
400d +400mm f5.6 lens
:clap: Super action and beautiful splashed water, to make the thing complete!!! Very good job, John!!! :t: :t: :t:
 

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Britain & Europe
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john-henry
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