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[natty88]

I am in Port Hope Ontario. I grew up on a large bay filled with marshy wildlife. Never in all those years did I see any Mallards diving for food. Currently where I live in Port Hope Ontario, we have a river that is now at its low point, and I was very surprised to see mallards, male and female both diving underwater for food. There are plenty of cormorants around and perhaps they are learning to mimic those birds. I looked at several sites that said no, Mallards don't dive, but I can affirm that they certainly do! Thanks!

 

[delia todd]

Hi Natty and a warm welcome to you from all the Staff and Moderators. True Mallards are dabbling ducks, not divers. Can you get a picture of them? It would be most interesting to see this behaviour.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I look forward to hearing your news.

 

[Lisa W]

Hi, welcome to the forum. I think you will find us a friendly and helpful group. Interesting, that would be nice to see.

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum. I hope you enjoy your visits.

 

[Chris G6 UXU]

Hello Natty and welcome to the forum, enjoy and all the best.

 

[natty88]

Seeing mallards diving with cormorants. Ganaraska River.