Mallard Duck (Anas platyrhynchos). Upending to reach below water for food items.

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Mallard Duck (Anas platyrhynchos). Upending in shallow water to find food items. Webbed feet help maintain and manouvre positions.

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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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