ducklings update by danapommet

Photography • Animals • posted on May 05, 2010

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Just an update on our ducklings. The bad news first, there are only 7 of the original 15 left. While we watched for all the birds of prey, snakes and alligators – it appears that it is the snapping turtles that have taken a toll on the group. The 7 survivors are growing like weeds and we have 4 girls and 3 boys. Thanks for stopping by, taking a look and for all your previous comments. Dana

Comments (23)

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DAVER2112

5:34PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

He's a cute little guy. I hope he survives. Nice capture.

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goodoleboy

6:47PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

Excellent clarity and texture in this shot of the handsome duckling, living its formative days under perilous conditions, Dana.

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tennesseecowgirl

7:22PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

Thanks for the update, sorry to hear that some haven't survived. I love seeing the little babies swimming with their families this time of year. Nice photo.

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MrsRatbag

7:42PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

Sweet little thing; I guess that's why so many are hatched, to take into account attrition. Great shot!

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Chipka

8:13PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

Nature is amazing, if brutal at times. Snapping turtles aren't exactly a threat that I think of on a daily basis, but then I live in Chicago, where threats are of a more human variety. As for this shot, I love the details and the expression on this little duckling's face. This is quite gorgeous!

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Faemike55

8:17PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

Wonderful capture, Dana! Mother Nature knows what she's doing, even if we humans don't like it. Very beautiful duckling

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kbrog

10:02PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

Cute one! Excellent capture!

MrsLubner

11:31PM | Wed, 05 May 2010

I wouldn't say it was bad news for the snapping turtles... There is always a winner and always a loser in nature. No tears for the survivor. :-) Exceptional focus and detail.

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