Ducks
Mostly from Minnesota but far away as Arizona!Duck Photography
I have a deep appreciation for the beauty and wonder of ducks. These remarkable creatures captivate us with their graceful movements, vibrant plumage, and playful antics.
Canvasback ducks are one of my favorites.
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Redhead ducks are seen in the Twin Cities in spring and fall.
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Pintail ducks. Elegant ducks can be found in the Twin Cities in the spring and fall near the Mississippi River flyway.
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Ringbill ducks are diving duck that are common in Minnesota.
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Underrated as photography subjects Gadwall are truly beautiful ducks.
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A common bird in Minnesota the Blue Wing Teal is an underated photography target.
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Blue Wing Teal Hen
The American Wigeon is a common duck but is is very wary and tough to get close to.
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American Wigeon Hen in Judy Lake
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Wood Ducks breeding range includes the Twin Cities metro area.
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Bufflehead Ducks are diving ducks that frequent the Twin Cities during spring and fall.
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Pete Riola
Photographer
Pete Riola, I am a family man, I love sports (of which baseball is the best), nature and nature photography, fishing, foraging, adventure, Quetico, Yellowstone, cooking and I own Ham Lake Web Design.