American Black Ducks and Mallards are closely related ducks and they can often be found together, hybridization is also common. This particular duck was taking its turn on a popular log.
BELINDA GROVER PHOTOGRAPHY
STOPS ALONG THE WAY
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August 16, 2025 at 2:34 pm
Beautifully captured, Belinda, and what a great spot for a duck to pose.
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August 16, 2025 at 4:20 pm
Thank you, Ellen! It’s a favourite with the ducks.
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August 15, 2025 at 9:32 pm
Nice take, Belinda. I love the feather detail… handsome bird!
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August 16, 2025 at 12:29 pm
Thank you, Eliza! Handsome and quieter than mallards 😊
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August 15, 2025 at 3:15 pm
A new bird to me. Thanks for sharing.
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August 15, 2025 at 8:59 pm
Nice to hear 😊
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August 15, 2025 at 3:02 pm
A handsome specimen and great shot!
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August 15, 2025 at 8:41 pm
Thank you, Denise!
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August 15, 2025 at 8:27 am
I like the colour of its beak against the pond weed.
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August 15, 2025 at 8:40 pm
A nice feature 😊
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August 15, 2025 at 7:27 am
I do see these ducks at the park but never knew what they were. This one has the right idea, enjoying the sun like this. 🌅
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August 15, 2025 at 8:32 pm
It was taking it all in 😊
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August 15, 2025 at 1:11 am
As Anneli commented, good looking fellow! Great capture, Belinda. 😊
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August 15, 2025 at 8:29 pm
Thank you, Lynette 😊
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August 15, 2025 at 1:08 am
Good looking fellow.
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