Mallard ducks in my pool (Anas platyrhynchos) (1 Viewer)

[OrnithologyDevotee]

Yesterday while I was on my balcony looking at hummingbirds drinking from my neighbors eucalyptus trees flowers I heard a splash. At first I thought a branch or something fell in the pool but upon closer inspection with my binoculars I realized a pair of mallard ducks had landed. I recorded a couple videos using my phone put up to my binoculars. They left this morning sadly. I was hoping to record them a little more and spend some more time observing them.

Sorry for the YouTube links for the videos. I couldn't get them to attach to my post.

 

[CPP Gardener]

My neighbor has that happen every Spring. She has a big inflatable swan she puts in to keep them away.

 

[OrnithologyDevotee]

My neighbor has that happen every Spring. She has a big inflatable swan she puts in to keep them away.

I used to have reflective beach ball in the pool but stopped after It popped a few years ago. I actually enjoy the duck visits so I'll won't scare them off anymore.

 

[hummingsara]

Cool unexpected wildlife moment! Mallards often look for temporary water sources during migration or breeding season. Nice that you got the video through your binoculars.

 

[OrnithologyDevotee]

Cool unexpected wildlife moment! Mallards often look for temporary water sources during migration or breeding season. Nice that you got the video through your binoculars.

The second I heard them land in the water I ran inside to grab my phone holder! I really need to invest in a camera.