I’ve stopped to watch Black-bellied Whistling Ducks in this marshy area several times this summer. One day last week a few were quite close to the walk way and were less skittish than on previous visits.

Some of the chicks are nearly adult size but are still sticking close to a parent.

This one had been standing on the end of the of the walkway and decided to join the others…

…landing in the short greenery with the family group behind him.

Beautiful shots where the duck is flying and landing.
Thanks, Greta! It’s always fun to capture a duck landing.