Anseriformes Collection (page 7)

Flock of Mute swans (Cygnus olor), Abbotsbury Swannery, Dorset, England, UK, September

Greylag goose pair (Anser anser) in flight over flooded pastureland with many grazing wildfowl, Gloucestershire, UK, September

Family of six Mute swans (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, silhouetted in waters of Lamlash Bay, Isle of Arran, South Arran Marine Protected Area, Scotland, UK, August

European pochard (Aythya ferina) drake male on a misty morning, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands, May

RF - Mute swans (Cygnus olor) flock of non breeding adults, Fleet lagoon Dorset, England, UK, June

Canada geese (Branta canadensis) two during territorial fight in early spring, Ithaca. New York, USA

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County. Female Cinnamon Teal stretches its wing on a small island in a pond

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County. Cinnamon Teal stretches its wings on a pond

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County. Two ducklings sit on the edge of an island taking a nap

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County. Young duckling resting on a mud flat island while being reflected in a pond

USA, Wyoming. Jackson Hole, Flat Creek, an adult Trumpeter Swan swims on a partially ice-covered creek

USA, Sublette County, Wyoming. group of Trumpeter Swans stands and rests on an ice-covered pond

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County. Male ring-necked duck is reflected in the morning light on a quiet pond

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County. Group of five Trumpeter Swans sitting on a partially ice-covered pond in the winter

USA, Wyoming, Jackson, Flat Creek. Trumpeter Swan stretching its wings on a frosty ice shelf in the morning light

Landscape of a fen at dawn withCanada goose (Branta canadensis). Oisterwijkse Bossen en Vennen Nature reserve, Oisterwijk, The Netherlands. April

Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) on river in winter, Finland, January

Upland goose (Chloephaga picta) goslings, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, October

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus), flying at sunset, Caerlaverock Wildfowl & Wetland Trust, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland, November 2016

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) flock on snow, Hazerswoude, The Netherlands, February

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) in misty hot springs, Lake Kussharo, Hokkaido, Japan, February

Auckland Island brown teal (Anas aucklandica) flightless and feeds and roosts in onshore kelp beds, lives predominantly on Enderby Island, Auckland Islands, Subantarctic New Zealand January

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) fighting, Finland, April

Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) pair in flight in snowy landscape, Finland, November

Egytian Goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) rear view bathing, sings spread, Zimanga Private Game Reserves, South Africa

Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) standing alone in snow storm, Hokkaido Japan February

Long-tailed duck (Clangula hyemalis) Batsfjord village harbour, Varanger Peninsula, Norway, March

King eider duck (Somateria spectabilis) male, Batsfjord village harbour, Varanger Peninsula, Norway. March

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in flight, Nemunas River Delta, Lithuania, May

Family of Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus), Iceland, February

Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) male swimming on water in the Beijing area, China, May

Snow geese (Chen caerulescens caerulescens) pair in habitat, with rusty orange faces from iron rich soil in which they forage forages. Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, June

Bewicks swan (Cygnus columbianus) in flight with rainbow, Gloucestershire, England, UK, February

RF - Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) female swimming with with young chicks following, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, The Netherlands June

Four Mute swans (Cygnus olor) walking over snow, Hazerswoude, The Netherlands, February

Cape Barren goose (Cereopsis novaehollandiae) in grass, Phillip Island Nature Park, Victoria, Australia, December

Common merganser (Mergus merganser) male taking off from water, New York, USA, April

RF- Mute swan (Cygnus olor) close up peering at camera, juvenile. Fife, Scotland, UK, November

Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) pair on loch, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, November

Greylag goose (Anser anser) flying, Glenfeshie, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Goldeneye (Clangula bucephala) pair on woodland loch at dawn on misty morning, Loch Vaa, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus) with snowy mountains behind, Loch Etive, Agyll and Bute, Scotland, UK, March. Small repro only

Male Long tailed duck (Clangula hyemalis) on water, Batsfjord, Norway, March

Male King eider duck (Somateria spectabilis) on water, Batsfjord, Norway, March

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) walking on ice, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA, April

Graylag gosling (Anser anser) resting under parents wing, Pusztaszer, Hungary

Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus) male and female facing in opposite directions, central Finland, April

Mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) large group feeding, motion blur image, Southern Norway. January

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"Anseriformes: A Captivating Avian World" The elegant Cygnus atratus, commonly known as the black swan, gracefully glides across the tranquil waters, its ebony plumage contrasting against the shimmering reflections of sunlight. As the sun dips below the horizon, a mesmerizing sight unfolds - Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) take flight at sunset, their graceful silhouettes painting a breathtaking picture against the vibrant sky at Caerlaverock Wildfowl & Wetland Trust WWT. Transport yourself back in time to witness Corythosaurus roaming ancient landscapes with its distinct crest and duck-like bill, an intriguing member of the Anseriformes family. With its resplendent colors and intricate patterns adorning its feathers, behold the enchanting Aix galericulata - the mandarin duck - a true marvel of nature's artistry. Inquisitive eyes meet yours as you encounter Alopochen aegyptiaca, also known as Egyptian goose; this striking bird captivates with its regal presence and distinctive markings. Amidst vibrant blooms and delicate petals stands Calypte anna - Annas hummingbird - whose iridescent plumage shimmers like precious jewels under sunlight's caress. Witness love unfold in nature's embrace as you observe a portrait of male and female Mandarin ducks (Aix sponsa), introduced species that have found their home in UK's diverse wildlife habitats. Against a winter backdrop at Uitkerkse fields, flock of ducks takes flight during sunset; their synchronized movements create an awe-inspiring spectacle that speaks volumes about unity and freedom. Fearless and protective, watch as a Common eider duck (Somateria mollissima) fiercely defends her nest from an arctic fox; showcasing unwavering maternal instincts in the face of adversity.