White Mallard

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Mallard ducks are probably the most common ducks in the UK, however, a white mallard is slightly more unusual.  I stopped for this mallard as the sunlight partially illuminated its white feathers and whilst preening, it emphasised the unique textures … Continue reading

Mallard Duck

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A mallard in a flap. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2018]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that … Continue reading

Mallard in Flight

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A Mallard in flight.

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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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Lady Mallard

A portrait of the not so colourful Mrs Mallard.

Lady Mallard

Lady Mallard

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Birds of the feathered kind

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A few shots of the birds and waders I have stumbled upon whilst out and about with camera in hand.  My favourite is the Red crested pochard with its stunning colouring. © [John Mallaney] and [jdmallaney In The Frame], [2012]. Unauthorized use … Continue reading

National Trust Stourhead Part 1

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Stourhead, situated near Mere, Wiltshire, has been owned and maintained to a particularly high standard by the National Trust since 1946,  The estate is famous for its Palladian Mansion house and stunning landscape gardens.  The latter I was lucky enough to visit on a … Continue reading

Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital

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Tiggywinkles, the world’s busiest wildlife hospital is located in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire.  It is a specialist hospital dedicated to rescuing and treating many species of British wildlife including hedgehogs, wild birds, foxes, badgers and deer.  Those that recover well are released … Continue reading