Two Female Mallards by seattlite

Two Female Mallards

Two pretty female mallards were foraging for food at Green Lake in the midst of neat reflections. This shot was taken earlier this month.
Such a sweet capture.
October 20th, 2021  
So beautiful side by side, lovely shot.
October 20th, 2021  
A lovely shot, Gloria, but they are not Mallards. This is a pair of Gadwalls, ( at least that's the common name over this side of the pond.) The male has the black bill. Anas strepera is the scientific name.
October 20th, 2021  
@markp Thank you for the feedback. Gadwells are not on the list of waterbirds that I have seen at Green Lake. However, I see the differences between female gadwells and female mallards are the blue feathers hidden under the female mallards' wing feathers.
October 20th, 2021  
I learned from your thread -- and good capture on the ducks!
October 20th, 2021  
@seattlite Just had a quick look online at their distribution. It looks like they are far more likely to be seen as winter visitors, than during the breeding season.
With practise, you can spot the differences between the females of the two different species, fairly easily.
Having said that, I’ve had years and years of practice. 🙂
October 20th, 2021  
Regardless of what kinds of ducks they are, I love the reflections in the water.
October 20th, 2021  
@markp I am a beginner at identifying birds so I appreciate your input, Mark. Please fill free to help me out at anytime.
October 20th, 2021  
Good shot
October 20th, 2021  
Great capture
October 20th, 2021  
they are lovely
October 20th, 2021  
Great detail. Lovely shot. Even better enjoyed blow up against a black background. Fav
October 20th, 2021  
Lovely shot!
October 20th, 2021  
Great shot!
October 20th, 2021  
Getting in this close gives it so much life and intimacy...I feel as if I'm the next duck over!
October 20th, 2021  
Nice detail and great looking ducks!
October 21st, 2021  
cute
October 21st, 2021  
Lovely shot. Very sharp and clear.
October 21st, 2021  
A lovely shot with beautiful reflections - fav!

Ian
October 21st, 2021  
Beautiful capture and reflections.
October 21st, 2021  
gorgeous duo - clear and sharp capture
fav
October 22nd, 2021  
Lovely shot...fav
October 23rd, 2021  
Such a range of textures!
October 25th, 2021  
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