Kimcomania

There are very few stretches of water where Mallard are not seen, and this morning was no exception. This pair had a nest on the side of the bank, however, when I came across them they were mating - with the poor female completely submerged!! Here, a moment later, she looks very subdued whilst he is flapping his wings - the conquering hero!! This male mallard may not be the parent of the eggs in the nest - once they have had their wicked way - they will often leave the female to get on with the job of looking after the offspring!!