Wildfowl Collection (#4)

RF- Small group of Pink-footed geese (Anser brachyrhynchus) in flight at dawn, The Wash Estuary, Norfolk, England, UK, October 2011

Common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) male performing its mating display. Southern Norway. March

Canada geese (Branta canadensis) flock in flight, Moray Firth, Highlands, Scotland. June

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) and cygnet, Vaala, Finland, July

Mallard (Anas boschas), 1900, (1900). Artist: Charles Whymper
Mallard (Anas boschas), 1900, (1900). From The Game Birds and Wild Fowl of The British Islands, by Charles Dixon, illustrated by Charles Whymper. [Pawson & Brailsford, Sheffield, 1900]

Ancient Egyptian wall paintings in a tomb at Thebes, Egypt. Men carrying food, an abundance of fish, wildfowl and what appears to be bunches of grapes

Duck Swimming in Water, 1847. Artist: Hokusai
Duck Swimming in Water, 1847. From the British Museum, London

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) moulting and plucking its own feathers, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. August

Great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) carrying chicks on its back in early morning light, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, The Netherlands, Europe. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) swimming on sun-dappled water, Lower Silesia, Poland

Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) drake standing on frozen pond during snowstorm. Richmond Park, London, UK. January

Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) male swimming with autumn colours reflected in the water, London, UK, November

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in mist, Bolam Lake Country Park, Northumberland, UK, November

White-tailed sea eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) flying over water with male Common eider prey (Somateria mollissima), Uto, Parainen, Finland, April

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) stretching its wings after preening on a misty morning. Valkenhorst Nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands, May

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) wings spread showing irridescent blue wing speculum, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. May

Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) in snow. Jyvaskyla, Central Finland. March

Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) Yuyuantan Park, Beijing, China

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) adult on a misty morning. Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands, August

Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) on nest with goslings, New York, USA

Marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus) female hunting among a panicked flock of Common teal (Anas crecca) in flight over marshland, RSPB Greylake Nature Reserve, Somerset, UK, December

White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis) with Western Santa Cruz tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) at pond, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

Canada goose (Branta canadensis) with goslings, a few days old. Massachusetts, USA. April

Common merganser (Mergus merganser) female with young on back and around her, Germany, April

Magpie Goose (Anseranas semipalmata) at sunrise Lotusbird Billabong, Cape York Peninsula Queensland, Australia

Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus), adult with young ones, Finland, August

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnets. London, UK. April

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) parent and cygnets swimming. London, UK. May

Eared grebes (Podiceps nigricollis) stand erect in water during courtship, North Park, Colorado, USA. June

Mute swan (Cygnus olor), two cygnets sheltering under parent's wing. Richmond Park, London, England, UK. April

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) swimming with cygnets in misty lake in morning light. Richmond Park, London, England, UK. May. Cropped image

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet swimming, cocking head. Barnes, London, England, UK. April

Coscoroba swan (Coscoroba coscoroba) at nest with eggs. La Pampa, Patagonia, Argentina. February

Brent geese (Branta bernicla) flying with moon, Titchwell, Norfolk, UK, December

Flock of Pink footed geese (Anser brachyrhynchus) in flight at dusk, Norfolk, England, UK, October

Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiacus) in flight over Rutland Water, Rutland, UK, August

Mandarin duck drake (Aix galericulata) floating on colourful water, Southwest London, UK, January

White-fronted goose (Anser albifrons) and Taiga bean goose (Anser fabalis rossicus) flocks in flight and on water. Latvia. April

Red-breasted Mergansers (Mergus serrator) male in foreground performing courtship display to female in background (left), Aurora, New York, USA, April

Eared grebe (Podiceps nigricollis), adult in breeding plumage, swimming amidst Water crowfoot flowers, (Ranunculus aquatilis) flowers, Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Montana, USA, July

Eared Grebes (Podiceps nigricollis), adult feeds a damselfly nymph to one of two chicks riding on its back, Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge, Montana, USA, June

Wood Ducks (Aix sponsa), females behave aggressively toward a male (second from right) that is trying to join them on a floating log, autumn, New York, USA, October

Common mergansers (Mergus merganser) family, female swimming with seventeen ducklings, some of which are riding on her back, Lansing, New York, USA, June

Snow Geese (Chen caerulescens) large flock in pool at Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge with setting full moon at sunrise in December, New Mexico, USA. December

Western grebe (Aechmophorus occidentalis) adult with begging chick riding on its back, peeking out from behind adults neck, Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, Utah, USA, May

Black-bellied whistling-ducks (Dendrocygna autumnalis), group perched amid Spanish moss on bald cypress tree, Lakeland, Florida, USA, January

Group of Swan geese (Anser cygnoides) on grassland, Inner Mongolia, China

Flock of Mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) taking off, Lake Csaj, Kiskunsagi National Park, Pusztaszer, Hungary. December

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Witness the beauty of wildfowl in their natural habitat, as they grace the skies and waters with their elegant presence. The Black Brant Goose FG 2342 leads a majestic V formation flock, showcasing the remarkable unity and precision of these avian creatures. In Cleveland, UK, Mute Swans engage in courtship behavior amidst the ethereal backdrop of back-lit early morning mist rising from the water, creating a captivating sight that emphasizes love's heart shape. Pink-footed Geese soar through Norfolk's skies in perfect harmony, their synchronized flight pattern reflecting nature's impeccable design. A flock of Mallard Ducks peacefully glides across tranquil waters, reminding us to appreciate simple moments of serenity. The Great Crested Grebe exhibits its nurturing side at Valkenhorst Nature Reserve in The Netherlands. This extraordinary bird feeds one of its chicks a feather - a tender gesture captured by Bird Photographer of the Year 2022 - Highly commended under Bird Behaviour category. As dusk settles over Caerlaverock Wildfowl & Wetland Trust WWT, Whooper Swans take flight against a breathtaking sunset backdrop. Their graceful silhouette against vibrant hues paints an enchanting picture etched forever in our memories. A pair of Mandarin Ducks gracefully swim on a lake in Hessen, Germany - their vibrant plumage adding splashes of color to the serene landscape. Meanwhile, two Mallard Ducklings explore their watery world with curiosity and innocence. In Martin Mere W. W. T. , Lancashire England during February twilight hours, an adult Whooper Swan stands silhouetted on calm waters - an emblematic image symbolizing tranquility and resilience. Mute Swans continue to captivate as they preen themselves meticulously while basking under Cleveland's gentle sunlight. And perched upon rocks at Barnegat Light in New Jersey USA stands Harlequin Duck – resilient even amidst winter’s harshness – embodying strength and adaptability.