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Mandarin Duck
CactusD

Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata)

Quite possibly plastic, but unringed, so here it is!

Posed superbly for me at Slimbridge today :-)

ISO 1600 1/500 f/8, fill-flash @ -2EV
Habitat
Lakeside
Location
Slimbridge WWT, Gloucestershire
Date taken
08/02/12
Scientific name
Aix galericulata
Equipment used
Nikon D3S, AF-S Nikkor 600mm f/4G ED VR, TC-14E II, SB-600
Supporter
Wow, let there be color!!! Brilliant feather detail, color, lighting, focus, eye contact, and a spectacular setting. Terrific picture!!!
 

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