23rd February : Teal. 

A visit to the Wendover Canal in the rain wasn't very pleasant, but the ducks seemed to be enjoying it, as they say "good weather for ducks."

What was presumably the same pair of Shoveler from my last visit on 21st January were still there.

Mandarin Ducks were hidden away in the bushes, managed to spot 5 pairs & 2 single Drakes.

One of  two Little Egrets sat in the trees.

Nicely camouflaged with their heads down feeding were this pair of Teal, took us a while to spot the Duck as she blended in with her surroundings. 

The Drake being more 'showy'

Heron looking rather forlorn beside a nearby ditch.

Images : Copyright © Don Stone.