Anas platyrhynchos - Mallard

Visit to the Doctor's Pond in Dunmow (UK). 50+ Canada geese and a variety of ducks sitting around the edge of the pond. Found this young mallard resting under a willow tree trying to avoid visitors. Had to get the camera down on the ground to see under the low hanging branches to capture him.

Did you know - Almost all domestic duck breeds originated from Mallard ducks.