Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Juvenile Wood Ducks

 Juvenile Wood Duck swimming to shore on an overcast day

Three juveniles headed for shore and my camera. How strange since usually when Wood Ducks see me they head off in the opposite direction.

 Looking for treats

Truth be told, they weren't coming my way to be photo models. No, a local birder feeds cracked corn to two mute swans that live in this pond and the swans had left a little behind. The juvies were willing workers, the clean-up crew.



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43 comments:

  1. Margaret Birding For PleasureAugust 11, 2015 at 4:33 AM

    Well that was a great photo oportunity for you and these are lovely ducks

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  2. chicaAugust 11, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    São lindas tuas fotos! bjs, ótimo dia! chica

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  3. eileeninmdAugust 11, 2015 at 6:07 AM

    Hello EG, pretty captures of the Wood Ducks. I like the clean up crew! Have a happy day!

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  4. RevrunnerAugust 11, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    Ah, so it was the corn they wanted. :-)

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  5. KateAugust 11, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    Wonderful photos with clarity and detail.

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  6. ShammickiteAugust 11, 2015 at 7:12 AM

    Handsome little birds aren't they! And I think they like having their pictures taken.

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  7. Gill - That British WomanAugust 11, 2015 at 7:40 AM

    I love the colours of their feathers, so pretty. Super photos as always.

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  8. AimeecakesAugust 11, 2015 at 8:02 AM

    These are such pretty little ducks! Great shots

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  9. AnvilcloudAugust 11, 2015 at 8:04 AM

    You certainly know both your flowers and your birds.

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  10. AndyAugust 11, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    I like the markings on the Wood Ducks.

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  11. MadSnapperAugust 11, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    the one in the first photo wins Most Beautiful Teen of the Year. so beautiful

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  12. 21 WitsAugust 11, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    What a very smart looking duck in photo number one! So darling.

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  13. KathyAugust 11, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    You have the absolute best duck photos out there!

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  14. BirdmanAugust 11, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    I knew it. There had to be food involved.

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  15. DarlaAugust 11, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    Attractive little fellow. I really like that first shot with the water reflections.

    Darla

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  16. VPAugust 11, 2015 at 11:16 AM

    Elegant and photogenic!

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  17. Sylvia KAugust 11, 2015 at 11:31 AM

    A great clean-up crew indeed and what handsome little buggers they are!! Beautiful captures as always and a beautiful way to start my day!! Hope your week is going well!! Enjoy!!

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  18. William KendallAugust 11, 2015 at 11:40 AM

    Beautiful captures of this one, EG!

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  19. RoseAugust 11, 2015 at 11:50 AM

    They are gorgeous! Funny how browns and tans can be just as beautiful as any other color.

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  20. DebbieAugust 11, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    ooohhhh they are just so cute!! great captures!!!!

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  21. RedPatAugust 11, 2015 at 1:03 PM

    They look so sweet! I would not have known that they were Wood Ducks.

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  22. RohrerbotAugust 11, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    It's strange. I've noticed that as well with the WODU. Most of the time they hide but there are moments when they don't mind getting close to people. Congrats on the closeups!

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  23. MariAugust 11, 2015 at 2:44 PM

    But they do look like models tho :) Ducks here aren't afraid of people too, I think they got used to people feeding them.

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  24. cieldequimperAugust 11, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    Sweet little things!

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  25. mickAugust 11, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    Beautiful birds and great to see them so close.

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  26. NatureFootstepAugust 11, 2015 at 5:26 PM

    not yet grown up but already a beauty :) Nice shots :)

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  27. UnknownAugust 11, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    Great pictures, well captured...

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  28. MichelleAugust 11, 2015 at 7:36 PM

    They have such sweet faces.

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  29. GreenComotionAugust 11, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    Wow - such fine markings on them!
    Loved the first photo, in particular.
    Have a Beautiful Day!
    Peace :)

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  30. StephanieAugust 11, 2015 at 11:27 PM

    Beautiful clear close ups of these sweet ducks!

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  31. Small KucingAugust 12, 2015 at 12:13 AM

    They are so sweet . Lovely snap

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  32. KayAugust 12, 2015 at 1:37 AM

    How nice that you could benefit from the corn "bribes." These are great shots!

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  33. Adam JonesAugust 12, 2015 at 3:29 AM

    Pretty cool looking youngsters.

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  34. AnonymousAugust 12, 2015 at 3:41 AM

    Great shots, they look very happy and healthy!

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  35. AnonymousAugust 12, 2015 at 4:00 AM

    They look beautiful!

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  36. HalcyonAugust 12, 2015 at 4:24 AM

    Love their camouflage!

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  37. CloudiaAugust 12, 2015 at 12:29 PM

    'looking for treats' is a fine shot! Character

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  38. MICKAN from QUEENS FIELD¸.•°`♥✿⊱╮August 12, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    The eyes are beautiful on the duck.

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  39. Ruth HiebertAugust 12, 2015 at 3:29 PM

    They gave you great photo opportunities.

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  40. Pat UlrichAugust 12, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    wonderful shots, especially the frame of it swimming!

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  41. A Colorful WorldAugust 12, 2015 at 9:59 PM

    Fortunate for you! Great shots!

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  42. JackAugust 13, 2015 at 9:20 PM

    You have a talent for getting very sharp images.

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  43. Stewart MAugust 13, 2015 at 10:20 PM

    Nice duck - even if its not in adult plumage yet, it looks good.

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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