Wildfowl Collection (#6)

Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus) in flight, Hokkaido, Japan

American White Ibis, Wild Bird, Coffee Pot Park, Bayou, Saint Petersburg, Florida

Brown Pelicans, Diving For Food, Tampa Bay, Saint Peterburg, Florida

Great Blue Heron, Hunting For Fish, Tampa Bay, Saint Petersburg, Florida

Wood Storks, Feeding, Tampa Bay, Saint Petersburg, Florida

Brown Pelicans, Scanning For Fish, Tampa Bay, Saint Peterburg, Florida

Brown Pelicans, Coffe Pot Park, Saint Petersburg, Florida

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Mandarin Duck - drake in breeding plumage - Germany Date:

Tufted duck (Aythya fuligula) on water on a misty morning, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. June

Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) male on loch on misty morning, Loch Vaa, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) group of three, camouflaged on frozen lake, Kussharo, Hokkaido Japan

Waterfowl at dawn with mist, including Great blue heron (Ardea herodias herodias), American avocet (Recurvirostra americana), Northern shoveler (Anas clypeata), Xochimilco wetlands, Mexico City

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) parent and cygnets on a misty lake at sunrise. London, UK. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) adult and cygnet swimming on misty lake at dawn. Richmond Park, London, UK. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) on river in evening light, Gelderse Poort, near Nijmegen, The Netherlands. June

Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) in flight, London, UK, February

Landscape of a fen at dawn sunrise with Canada goose (Branta canadensis) Oisterwijkse Bossen en Vennen Nature reserve, Oisterwijk, The Netherlands. April

Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) male and two females on woodland loch at dawn on misty morning, Loch Vaa, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Landscape of a fen at dawn with Canada goose (Branta canadensis) swimming. Oisterwijkse Bossen en Vennen Nature reserve, Oisterwijk, The Netherlands. April

RF- Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus) standing on frozen loch at dawn in winter. Loch Insh, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK

Drake Mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos) swimming through colourful reflections of trees at Glencoe Lochan. Scotland, UK. November

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) pair engaged in courtship as snow falls, Myvatn lake, Iceland, March

Great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) pair, courtship dance at dawn, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, Andalusia, Spain. April

Waterfowl at dawn with mist, including Great blue heron (Ardea herodias herodias), American avocet (Recurvirostra americana), Northern shoveler (Anas clypeata), Xochimilco wetlands, Mexico City

Ruddy duck (Oxyura jamaicensis) male in courtship display. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) on water drinking in early morning light, Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. June

Great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) carring three chicks on its back, Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands

Lesser whistling duck (Dendrocygna javanica) standing in long grass, Uran, Maharashtra, India

Snow goose (Chen caerulescens) mobbing Arctic fox (Alopex lagopus) Wrangel Island, Far East Russia, June

Wood duck (Aix sponsa) female, leading brood of ducklings on pond, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. June

Great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) shaking chick from its back on lake, Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. May

Aerial shot of a group of Mute swans (Cygnus olor) and gulls wintering together, Zurich, Switzerland. Vogelwarte Photo Competition 2022 - General Finalist

Canada geese (Branta canadensis) goslings on lake, Druridge Pools Nature Reserve, Northumberland, UK. May

Canada goose (Branta canadensis) female, in defensive posture, with brood of goslings on lake, Druridge Pools Nature Reserve, Northumberland, UK. May

Gaggle of Canada goose (Branta canadensis) goslings on a lake, Burnhayes, Devon, UK, May

Great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) parent bird with young on its back and one chick on the water, portrait in the first morning light Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands

Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) gosling swimming in the water, London, UK, February

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

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

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet resting on parent's back. London, UK. April

Graylag gosling (Anser anser) resting under parent's wing, Pusztaszer, Kiskunsagi National Park, Pusztaszer, Hungary

Brent geese (Branta bernicla) small flock in flight over coastal feeding grounds, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland, UK. February

Two Egyptian geese (Alopochen aegyptiaca) goslings standing side by side, London, UK. February

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

Flock of Snow geese (Anser caerulescens) leaving their roost at sunrise, Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA. January

Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) drake walking on snow-covered, frozen lake, London, UK. February

Two Torrent ducks (Merganetta armata) resting on a rock in fast flowing mountain river, Guango, Napo, Ecuador

Two Canada geese (Branta canadensis) in flight with autumn foliage behind, Maryland, USA. October

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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.