Multi-coloured duck at Martin Mere, Rufford, Burscough, Southport, Lancashire, UK 29th April, 2015. Sleeping pair of Male & Female Mandarin Ducks (Aix galericulata). Avian spring at the Martin Mere Nature Reserve Wetland Centre. Ducks & Drakes in breeding plumage giving territorial displays along the boundaries of their territory, expressing chasing behaviour, precopulatory and complex courtship displays, many of which incorporate movements that emphasize the drake's ornamental plumage.

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The mandarin duck is a perching duck species found in East Asia. It is medium-sized, at 41–49 cm long with a 65–75 cm wingspan. It is closely related to the North American wood duck, the only other member of the genus

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Location: Martin Mere, Rufford, Burscough, Southport, Lancashire, UK
Photo credit: © MediaWorldImages / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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