As recent posts show I've been photographing some wildlife lately in the Forest of Dean. Ducks aren't usually associated with forests, but perching ducks like the mandarin build their nests in trees and frequent woodland ponds. Today's photograph is the third I've posted featuring a drake mandarin duck, and it's of an individual that let me get a little closer than usual so its spectacular colours dominate the shot.
photo © T. Boughen Camera: Nikon P900
