A male chestnut teal duck (Anas castanea). This is a dabbling duck found in Australia. It is protected under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.
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This is such a cool shot! The duck is glowing! Not sure how you achieved that effect, but it's wonderful.
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What a pretty duck, the green is highlighted so well.
ReplyDeleteLovely! I can't tell if he's ready to jump in or let you take more photos :)
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