Ducking on ice.

We had a cold spell up here in the Borders,earlier in the week.I decided to go back to the lake at Duns Castle,where most of it had frozen over and the ducks were sliding about on the ice looking for free handouts from the few thoughtful visitors.The attractive mallards were even more colourful with their bright orange legs and feet more visible,but their slip/sliding waddles were anything but elegant.

I sat on a cold,wet grassy tussock for an hour and a half and here are some of the images.

Someone arrives with a bag of seed/bread.

Please Sir,I want more.

The ice acts as a reflector,showing more detail on the underside of the duck.

                                                                                                                                                      That’s all for now,folks.

About Phil Mclean

Hi, my name is Phil Mclean. I'm a nature photographer living in Berwickshire,in the Scottish Borders.I enjoy photographing all aspects of nature,from the birds and the bees,to the mammals and the trees. I just love being out in the countryside whenever possible and preferably with a camera. Although I do make it difficult for myself,as I'm normally accompanied by my photographic assistant, Ollie,my springer spaniel dog. I hope you'll enjoy the pictures that I post and if you have the time and the inclination,please leave a comment. Thanks.
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