Mallard Duck Pair Foraging in Flooded Wetland
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:43:13 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
This wildlife photograph captures two mallard ducks in a flooded agricultural wetland area. The male mallard (drake) with his distinctive dark green head and brown chest is visible on the left, while a brown female mallard is partially visible on the right, appearing to forage with her head down. The shallow water reflects the overcast sky and is interspersed with dried grass stubble and plant stalks from what appears to be a harvested rice field or similar agricultural area. The setting suggests early spring during migration season when wetlands provide crucial habitat for waterfowl.
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