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When: April 7, 2020

Where: Het Groot Goor Helmond, The Netherlands

During our nature walks in the COVID-lockdown, we often went into the forest near our home. They have large ponds, and we were pleasantly surprised to see this group of Ducklings

The experience almost turned sour though, as there were some very territorial Canada Geese as well, who didn't appreciate baby animals in their waters... Luckily, the young ones already know well how to dive, and they all got away unscathed (if very wet). We discovered them well-hidden in the brush grooming a little later.

Species: Mallard or Wild Duck (Wilde eend)

Latin name: Anas Platyrhynchos

Originates from the temperate and subtropical Americas, Europe, Asia and North Africa, and has been introduced to New Zealand and Australia.

Current status: Least Concern

Did you know:

…Male Mallards are called “drakes”.

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Description

When: April 7, 2020

Where: Het Groot Goor Helmond, The Netherlands

During our nature walks in the COVID-lockdown, we often went into the forest near our home. They have large ponds, and we were pleasantly surprised to see this group of Ducklings

The experience almost turned sour though, as there were some very territorial Canada Geese as well, who didn't appreciate baby animals in their waters... Luckily, the young ones already know well how to dive, and they all got away unscathed (if very wet). We discovered them well-hidden in the brush grooming a little later.

Species: Mallard or Wild Duck (Wilde eend)

Latin name: Anas Platyrhynchos

Originates from the temperate and subtropical Americas, Europe, Asia and North Africa, and has been introduced to New Zealand and Australia.

Current status: Least Concern

Did you know:

…Male Mallards are called “drakes”.

© Mouselemur Photography - Portegiesje

Our work is copyrighted. Do not reproduce, copy edit, publish, transmit or upload in any way without our written permission.

Leave a comment or approach us via note if you want to use our work as a reference.

More photos from Mouselemur : DeviantArt Gallery| Instagram | Facebook | WIXsite