Drake goldeneye diving on the Rideau River on Good Friday 2013.
Photographed and posted by Geoffrey
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Hen merganser in breeding plumage and display on the Rideau River.
Photographed and posted by Geoffrey
Male cardinal making his territorial call.
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Drake and hen common mergansers sunning themselves on the Rideau River. They are one of the largest species of wild duck. They have long, thin, serrated bills designed for catching fish, which is their staple diet.
Photographed and posted by Geoffrey
Two drake mallards and hen feeding on the Rideau River.
Photographed and posted by Geoffrey
Pair of mallards feeding on the Rideau River at late afternoon.
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Mink seen sitting on the edge of the Rideau River while I was out for a morning run with Hera.
Photographed and posted by Geoffrey
Lady cardinal with a male courting her nearby.
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Geoffrey & Mika 