Female Kingfisher

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I managed to spend an hour following this stunning female kingfisher along the Grand Union canal at Northchurch, Berkhamsted.  She only dived once during this time which was unsuccessful however, she was more than happy to provide plenty of photo opportunities. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], … Continue reading

Mandarin Ducks

Here are a few shots of the super colourful mandarin duck (male and female) taken on the Wendover arm of the grand union canal.

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The Mating Game

Mr and Mrs Mandarin duck doing what comes naturally at this time of the year.

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Mandarin Ducks

Here are further shots of Mandarin ducks taken at the Grand Union Canal near Wendover, Buckinghamshire

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Little Grebe and Chick

Here are a couple of shots of a little grebe and it’s chick taken at the Grand Union Canal near Halton.

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There once were some ugly Ducklings………..

Here is a shot of Moorhen chicks taken at the Grand Union Canal near Halton.

Moorhen chicks

Moorhen chicks

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Mandarin Drakes

Here are a few shots of Mandarin Drakes taken at the Grand Union Canal near Wendover, Buckinghamshire.

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Mrs Mallard

Here are a few shots of Mrs Mallard scrubbing up, no doubt in an
attempt to attract any admiring males.

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Hungry Moorhen

Here are a few shots of a hungry moorhen eating a small fish, taken during a wander on the Aylesbury arm of the Grand Union canal.

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