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I know that these Coneflowers will be back next summer, but it's so hard to say good-bye, especially when Echinacea purpurea 'Mandarin' displays such a gorgeous encore of blazing color in my autumn garden.
"So comes snow after fire, and even dragons have their endings." ~ J.R.R. Tolkien, "The Hobbit"
El pato mandarÃn (Aix galericulata) es una especie de ave anseriforme de vivos colores de la familia Anatidae oriunda de China, Japón y Siberia que ha sido introducida en diversos puntos de Europa y que es muy apreciada por su belleza, por lo que se la tiene en numerosos parques de todo el mundo.
Mandarin Ducks are endemic to East Asia, where their numbers have declined significantly due to habitat loss. Escape of captive birds has produced small populations in other countries. They are not commonly seen in North America. A lone individual created quite a stir when it was seen several months ago in NYC Central Park.
Mandarin Ducks are related to Wood Ducks commonly found in North America.
Seen at the Toledo Zoo, Toledo, Ohio.
Mandarin Duck - Aix galericulata
The beautiful mandarin duck was introduced from the Far East, where it can still be found in China, Japan, Korea and parts of Russia. It escaped, or was deliberately released, from captivity in the UK. Mandarin ducks are actually quite shy birds, often hiding beneath overhanging willows and usually only forming small flocks.
A beautiful, unmistakable duck: male mandarins have elaborate plumage with orange plumes on their cheeks, orange 'sails' on their back, and pale orange sides; females are dull in comparison, with grey heads, brown backs and white eyestripe.
Introduced from China and now found on park lakes and other wetlands with overhanging trees, mainly in South East England, but also in North England, Wales and Scotland.
The mandarin duck nests in holes in trees, sometimes high up and a long way from the water. Shortly after the ducklings hatch, the female flies down and tries to coax the young to jump from the nest. Once they have left the tree and made their way back to water, the father will return to the family and help to protect the ducklings.
Mandarin Drake on The Long Water Kensington Gardens. Had a lovely weekend in Winchester with friends but very busy so no photos.
Si no el mas bonito, uno no de los mas bonitos patos que existen!
El pato mandarÃn es una especie de ave anseriforme de vivos colores de la familia Anatidae oriunda de China, Japón y Siberia que ha sido introducida en diversos puntos de Europa y que es muy apreciada por su belleza, por lo que se la tiene en numerosos parques de todo el mundo.
Desearos una muy buena semana a tod@s
Mandarin duck on The Long Water Kensington Gardens. Taken in March, too cold to go anywhere at the moment & snow today too.
Male Mandarin duck on The Serpentine Hyde Park. This is a different one to the preening one already posted. this one has a partner and they have banished the other one to another part of the lake. Threesome`s never work!!
Wall-to-wall sunshine in Central Scotland today so dragged hubby off to see the Mandarins at Balloch after photographing them in the gloom and drizzle the other day. A total of 6 males and two females seen but there are a few more.What the origin of these birds is, I don't know, but they are free-flying and have been around for several years and are, presumably, self-sustaining. Plenty of habitat with overhanging trees and some old-growth trees for breeding.
Mandarin Duck - Aix galericulata
The beautiful mandarin duck was introduced from the Far East, where it can still be found in China, Japan, Korea and parts of Russia. It escaped, or was deliberately released, from captivity in the UK. Mandarin ducks are actually quite shy birds, often hiding beneath overhanging willows and usually only forming small flocks.
A beautiful, unmistakable duck: male mandarins have elaborate plumage with orange plumes on their cheeks, orange 'sails' on their back, and pale orange sides; females are dull in comparison, with grey heads, brown backs and white eyestripe.
Introduced from China and now found on park lakes and other wetlands with overhanging trees, mainly in South East England, but also in North England, Wales and Scotland.
The mandarin duck nests in holes in trees, sometimes high up and a long way from the water. Shortly after the ducklings hatch, the female flies down and tries to coax the young to jump from the nest. Once they have left the tree and made their way back to water, the father will return to the family and help to protect the ducklings.
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We have a special visitor in my area right now - - an escapee we have to assume - - this male Mandarin Duck is spending alot of time with a flock of mallard ducks at a local pond.
He is in the wild although unlikely to be wild himself, but he continues to survive this winter. He has been in the same locale for over 2 weeks now.
We have a small group of these amazing ducks on Loch Lomond at Balloch and I have been wanting to catch up with these for a while. They are very patchy and secretive in Scotland. Unfortunately today's weather selection of grey and drizzle wasn't too good for photography and their habit of hiding under the trees wasn't helping but I am so glad I managed to get them. First sunny day I'll go on another visit. There were three males and one very shy female.
Mandarin Duck, Nottinghamshire, Uk.
Taken by my son using my Nikon Coolpix P900.
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The gorgeous Mandarin Duck swimming in a pond in LaCenter, Washington. There are two males and two females ... more to come :)
Really not a lot of extra saturation adjustment needed when working on a photo of a Mandarin Duck. That's what these little fellows look like! Kind of like the painter was trying to use up all of their old tubes of paint. These ducks are native to China but long since introduced and escaped in the UK where they tend to be in the south of England but can be spotted just about anywhere. In this case, he was mooching about for a handout down at the docks on the River Thames below Cliveden House in Berkshire.
A pair of mandarin ducks seen at Cannop Ponds yesterday morning when I met up with fellow flickr members Rod Holbrook and Matt Scott in the Forest of Dean. It was a cold but bright winters day and we saw numerous different species of birds on our visit as well as a rare type of fungus which melted when the sunlight reached it! The mandarin ducks were around in good numbers and we saw some on both ponds and also some in the woodland around the ponds.
The Mandarin Duck is a creature of ethereal beauty, adorned with a vibrant palette that rivals nature's most exquisite artwork. With its resplendent plumage and graceful presence, it captivates the hearts of all who behold it.
This avian gem hails from the far reaches of East Asia, where it dances upon tranquil ponds and glides through the whispering reeds. Its feathers are a masterpiece of nature's brushstrokes, blending hues of iridescent green, royal blue, fiery orange, and creamy white.
The Mandarin Duck is a symbol of love and fidelity. It forms strong pair bonds, and its elegant courtship rituals are a sight to behold. The male dons a flamboyant ensemble during the breeding season, showcasing its vibrant colors to attract a mate. Together, they embark on a journey of devotion, raising their young amidst the serenity of their watery realm.
But beyond its visual splendor, the Mandarin Duck embodies resilience and adaptability. It thrives in diverse habitats, from forested wetlands to urban waterways. It glides through life's challenges with ease, reminding us to embrace change and find beauty in every environment.
Encountering a Mandarin Duck is a precious moment, a fleeting glimpse into a world of natural wonder. Its presence invites us to pause, appreciate the wonders of the natural world, and be inspired by the harmonious coexistence of grace and resilience.
So, should you ever have the fortune of crossing paths with a Mandarin Duck, cherish the encounter, for it is a reminder that beauty, love, and adaptability can thrive amidst the ebb and flow of life's currents.