drake Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) with stream water running off head back & wings as part of breeding display to attract mate in Cumbria, England UK

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Size: 3000px × 2212px
Location: Cumbria, England UK
Photo credit: © Steve Holroyd / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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