A male wood duck rests on a lake in San Diego, California, USA.

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The bright irridescent colors of the male wood duck are unmistakable during the breeding months of September through June.

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Size: 5160px × 3440px
Location: San Diego California USA
Photo credit: © Richard Codington / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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