That’s sadly not true…they mate while she’s expecting then he takes off. You’ll see her, the feminist that she is, leading her ducklings around teaching them how to be. We have several sets in Central every spring.
Swans, on the other hand, mate for life…like lions and dolphins. Wonder how they decide. Nature…she’s an enigma alright. 🙂
Dang. We can pretend whilst they are captured together, right? And of course, we females don’t officially *NEED a man to function… but a little help would be nice once and again, eh?
Nature is indeed an enigma. Why some species are floozies and others are faithful 😉
HOW I LOVE THIS DALE…You have no idea how much I look forward to their mating season in Central Park, how the male follows the female around like a feathered knight, as she prepares for her ducklings. He doesn’t stick around though turning into an absentee father, but we fantasize that dad writes often while he’s away.
Nature caught on film is a glorious thing. Susannah
I go to that little “river” periodically and hope they will be there and hold on to Zeke so he doesn’t spook them before I manage to capture them. Yes, it would be nice to think he is writing whilst he is away 😉
I love photographs. One of my favorite all time gifts, forgive me I’m repeating myself, is to frame one of a friend or someone they love. It’s always a big hit.
Repeat away. It’s the best kind of gift because it is personal and from the heart and required a little effort (like giving homemade goodies, which I enjoy to give…)
From what I found online today, most birds tend to be shameless in the ‘floosie’ department. Sheesh, you’d think it was the 80’s they way they carry one with every Tom, Dick or Harry. 😆Guess that’s one way to expand the gene pool. Eagles, whooping cranes and certain swans seem to the only ones (at least in North America) to stay mated for life.
I tell ya… floosies rule. Seriously, why stick with one when there are so many to choose from 😉
Though, there is something to be said for having that steady one that you an count on… 😉
Be Sorry . . . Less 
Caption – Where in the hell does she think she’s going? … OR …. Buzz off clown.
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I was thinking, “Who YOU looking at?”
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Shared!
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How nice!
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So vibrantly lovely. I’ve been told mallards mate for life, a rarity in the bird world. They always seem devoted to each other.
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I heard the same. I know they are almost always two by two when I capture them during my walks…
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There was a pair in the grade school yard during Autumn. The female sat and the male watched her-wouldn’t leave her side.
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Exactly with this pair. When he felt I got to close, he redirected her further away.
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Yup, they behave the same here. They aren’t keen on experiencing close encounters with peeps.
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Safer for them that way
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That’s sadly not true…they mate while she’s expecting then he takes off. You’ll see her, the feminist that she is, leading her ducklings around teaching them how to be. We have several sets in Central every spring.
Swans, on the other hand, mate for life…like lions and dolphins. Wonder how they decide. Nature…she’s an enigma alright. 🙂
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Dang. We can pretend whilst they are captured together, right? And of course, we females don’t officially *NEED a man to function… but a little help would be nice once and again, eh?
Nature is indeed an enigma. Why some species are floozies and others are faithful 😉
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Love the term floozies. sigh
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It’s a great term. Sounds so much sweeter than others, doesn’t it?
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Yes…it’s rather timeless. There have always been, and will always be…floozies in our midst, feathered or otherwise.
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Yes, indeed. And hey… I’ve had my floozie moments! 😉
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Who hasn’t. 🙂
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😊
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HOW I LOVE THIS DALE…You have no idea how much I look forward to their mating season in Central Park, how the male follows the female around like a feathered knight, as she prepares for her ducklings. He doesn’t stick around though turning into an absentee father, but we fantasize that dad writes often while he’s away.
Nature caught on film is a glorious thing. Susannah
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Thank you so much, Susannah!
I go to that little “river” periodically and hope they will be there and hold on to Zeke so he doesn’t spook them before I manage to capture them. Yes, it would be nice to think he is writing whilst he is away 😉
So very glad you enjoy.
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I love photographs. One of my favorite all time gifts, forgive me I’m repeating myself, is to frame one of a friend or someone they love. It’s always a big hit.
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Repeat away. It’s the best kind of gift because it is personal and from the heart and required a little effort (like giving homemade goodies, which I enjoy to give…)
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Yeah. People keep everything on their phone or Mac. Pictures seem obsolete. Not here though.
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Same with me! Like minded, we are.
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Out of sight, Dale. You captured the best of these Mallards. That male “brassy” headshot is terrific.
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Thank you so much, John. Was awfully glad I had my zoom lens with me 😉
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Yes. Me too.
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😊
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From what I found online today, most birds tend to be shameless in the ‘floosie’ department. Sheesh, you’d think it was the 80’s they way they carry one with every Tom, Dick or Harry. 😆Guess that’s one way to expand the gene pool. Eagles, whooping cranes and certain swans seem to the only ones (at least in North America) to stay mated for life.
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I tell ya… floosies rule. Seriously, why stick with one when there are so many to choose from 😉
Though, there is something to be said for having that steady one that you an count on… 😉
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More often than not, I’ve found that to be a big ‘lift.’
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😀
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Rumor has it that this WW photograph got . . . wait for it . . top billing.
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😂🦆🦆😎
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