Mallard Duck in Natural Habitat - Wildlife Photography #1410090 (License: Personal Use)

This high-resolution image captures a mature male mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) in profile, highlighting its signature iridescent green head, chestnut breast, grey body, and distinctive blue speculum patch on the wing. The duck is wading in clear, gently rippling freshwater, with sunlight enhancing the metallic sheen of its feathers and casting subtle reflections on the surface. Fine details like the textured feather patterns, bright yellow bill, and orange webbed feet are sharply rendered.

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