Another bird from my local patch. This is a male Chestnut Teal (Anas castanea) taking in some autumn sun near a smallish pond a little way from my house.
I really like the way the sunlight brings out the colours of the feathers. I also rather like the insect (or whatever it is) on the underside of the branch - you may not be surprised to know I only noticed it when I was processing the pictures.
The Chestnut Teal is a common duck in the south-east of Australia, and is one of the default ducks at wetlands around here.
I really like the way the sunlight brings out the colours of the feathers. I also rather like the insect (or whatever it is) on the underside of the branch - you may not be surprised to know I only noticed it when I was processing the pictures.
The Chestnut Teal is a common duck in the south-east of Australia, and is one of the default ducks at wetlands around here.
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ReplyDeletePretty colors and blending background..Nice looking Duck!! Looks like a pretty day..Enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteVery colorful duck! I imagine that without direct sunlight it would look rather drab as much of the color may be structural rather than due to pigments. Our Glossy Ibis has colors like this, but only in sunlight.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting duck!
ReplyDeleteAmazing duck ! Colors are superbes ans very good images.
ReplyDeleteNo sorry, we are no longer in Australia. It's true that I never received your email.... it's okay. I'll see you if we go back there !
Friendship.
What a gorgeous duck! Wonderful poses!
ReplyDeleteI used to do a lot of ringing of teal with my boss when I was in Rhodesia but I was never lucky enough to see this one 😊 Have a great remainder to the week, cheers Diane
ReplyDeleteI remember being excited the first one I saw, and then I saw it virtually every day we were in Australia!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great looking duck!
ReplyDeleteI love Chestnut and Grey Teals even though they are pretty common. They are such cute little ducks, especially when they waddle along :D
ReplyDeleteThe Chestnut Teal is a handsome duck. Happy Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteHi!!.. Awesome pictures of this beautiful duck..
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Looks like one laid back neighbor.
ReplyDeleteChestnut indeed!
ReplyDeleteThe coloring of this bird is magical...so striking... Stewart!!!
ReplyDeleteNice looking duck!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute critter...I think I do not know it.
ReplyDeleteThe plumage on these birds is stunning! Of course, I'm an insect nut too so would love to know what that beetle like one is. I too find the camera shows me so much that my eye does not see.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty bird!
ReplyDeleteThat is a very prey duck for a “default” .... I would take it. This week In Lynx seems to be working well for me so far, hopeful for tomorrow!
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