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Thursday, 4 July 2013

NatureFootstep: Winged #95

Thursday's theme at NatureFootstep is 'Winged'. For all things 'winged' but not necessarily 'feathered' (flying insects are welcome!!)

BLUE-BILLED DUCK
Blue-Billed Duck 2

Blue-Billed Duck 1


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31 comments:

  1. Annemor4 July 2013 at 09:15

    For some reason I can't see your pictures, so I'll have to return later on. But I guess they are good.
    Have a nice day.
    Mormor

    http://www.starbear.no/mormor/2013/07/04/midt-i-lunsjen/

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    1. MitchyLR4 July 2013 at 18:02

      I think Flickr was being slow this morning!!

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  2. Annemor4 July 2013 at 09:16

    Ah, after turning in my comment they suddenly were there. I do like the blueish beek.
    Have a nice day :)
    Mormor

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  3. Belita Isabel Janeira4 July 2013 at 09:29

    Awesome shots of the duck,very fine detail of the feathers... how uncommon that slate blue bill!

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    1. MitchyLR4 July 2013 at 18:03

      Thanks Belita :-)) I have only ever seen this type of duck in one particular place, the National Wetlands Centre, about 45 miles from where I live.

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  4. Sofia4 July 2013 at 11:58

    Is that the color blue of the duck beak? or the reflection of the sky?

    Nice shots. :)

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    1. MitchyLR4 July 2013 at 18:04

      Thanks Sophie :-)) That is the colour of the duck's beak.

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  5. eileeninmd4 July 2013 at 12:47

    Wow, these are awesome closeups. Pretty duck!

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  6. Charlotta4 July 2013 at 14:16

    Great shots. For me it is a very exotic and spectacular bird. Just look at those feathers, the pattern. Wow!

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    1. MitchyLR4 July 2013 at 18:06

      Thanks Charlotta :-)) They are one of the most beautiful of duck varieties.

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  7. Anonymous4 July 2013 at 15:35

    Incredible detail and so pretty!

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  8. FAB4 July 2013 at 17:09

    Very aptly named. Excellent close ups Mitch.

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  9. Unknown4 July 2013 at 19:41

    Stunning close-ups! Very pretty birds.

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  10. Debby Van Enkenvoort4 July 2013 at 21:39

    Oh, he's pretty! Very detailed closeup. Nice work, Mitch!

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  11. NatureFootstep5 July 2013 at 10:34

    first time I´ve seen a duck with a blue bill. Strange and interesting!

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    1. MitchyLR7 July 2013 at 00:23

      Thanks NF :-)) There's a small resident colony at the National Wetlands Centre, where I took these shots.

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  12. benni 5 July 2013 at 15:36

    That blue beak is just marvelous. Nicely done.

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  13. Gayle6 July 2013 at 18:47

    Beautiful shot of him , Mitchy. Reminds me of ruddy ducks...the males' bills turn blue during breeding season. Always love your nature and wildlife shots.

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    1. MitchyLR7 July 2013 at 00:24

      Hi Gayle!! Nice to see you!! Thanks for dropping by :-))

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  14. Fatos C6 July 2013 at 21:54

    What a beauty is this , gorgeous.

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  15. isabella kramer - veredit7 July 2013 at 21:01

    Beautiful captured - fantastic portraits !!

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  16. Forgetmenot5259 July 2013 at 09:57

    My friend and I are going out tomorrow to a farm park to try for photos for the countryside competition. If we get any thing any where near this good we'll be in with a chance. Loving the blue beak.

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    1. MitchyLR9 July 2013 at 18:45

      Thanks Loretta :-)) I hope you have a good day at the farm-park and that you get some great shots.

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  17. kathyinozarks10 July 2013 at 14:28

    what a beautiful photo Mitch

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