This spot looks just right . . . 
Make sure no one else is around . . . 
First, a little sip . . . 
Some basic preening . . . 
Freshening up my head feathers . . .
Ahhh, now for a quiet little swim . . .
Who’s this interloper rushing over?!?!
“May I join you. . . . ?” “Well. . . I guess not!”
‘The Florida mottled duck is one of the only species of ducks in North America that does not migrate’ (University of Florida/IFAS). Learn more about Mottled Ducks, a Florida native, here on eBird and also at All About Birds.
Very nice series of Mottled duck images! Enjoyed seeing them!
Glad you enjoyed them, Reed. He was pretty darned handsome there!
Superb images – they make a delightful series. 🙂
Thanks so much, Ann! This duck was just too good-looking to pass up☺️
Soooooo cute!!
Agreed, Berny! He was pretty adorable to watch. ☺️
A lovely sequence BJ !
Thanks, AB! He just looked so photogenic there… 😉couldn’t resist taking several shots.
Lovely ducks, Carol. 🙂
Thank you, HJ. They’re especially photogenic in the morning light!
A modest beauty this one. I suppose the weather in Florida is good enough year-round not to require migrating away?
Exactly, de Wets ☀️
As we say here, ‘Just another day in paradise!’
Lucky you!
Oh I just love the photo of her sipping! So sweet!!
Thanks, Donna! (I’m pretty sure this is a ‘he’😉)
Handsome fella! 🙂
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Nice series and fun to watch a duck splashing about!
Thanks Ellen! This first guy was definitely into his own private time, and flew off just as his neighbor arrived!!
Too funny, love the commentary! Ducks can be so much fun to watch, such interesting behaviors.
I’m glad you enjoyed them, Todd! At one time I used to overlook ducks until I realized how unique and special they are.☺️
Your narrative is perfect for the images. Definitely a handsome chap with a great sense of finesse. I wonder why the interloper left so hurriedly, and an impressive take-off from the surface of the water!
Beautiful photos. Lovely prose.
Thank you for your kind words, Lorri!
Beautiful shots! And the narratives are spot on! 😀
Very kind of you, Cherie! I loved this bright morning scenario. ☀️
My pleasure. 😃