Undecided, this Wood Duck drake paced on top of the nesting box. Were there hatchlings inside about to pop out? Was he waiting for a mate? Questions I never got the answers to.
Eventually he took a plunge off the side.
Splash down!
A short paddle took him back to the box. He spent some time contemplating his next move under the protection of some overhanging branches.
Gorgeous photos!! 💗
Love the reflection in the splash down photos.
Thanks, Patty Anne! The reflection was a nice bonus.
I imagine you’ll keep an eye on that nesting box! Terrific shot of the duck diving – I’ve never seen that before😊.
Thanks, Belinda! I’ve heard of the chicks jumping out of their nest soon after they hatch but have never seen it. This was pretty interesting.
I saw my very first wood duck two days ago! My heart even fluttered for a moment as I screamed out “Oh! A wood duck!” I can only imagine your excitement while taking these 😊 Great captures!
That’s wonderful and so exciting! The colors on the males are just amazing and I hope you have more opportunities to see them.
Beautiful, Ellen, especially love the reflection capture in the last one. Awesome!
Thanks, Donna. I love to get reflections and that one was real bonus.