Mandarin duck
A pretty and distinctive little waterbird, the mandarin duck was introduced from the Far East as its name suggests. Oddly for a duck, it nests in trees, sometimes high above the water.
A pretty and distinctive little waterbird, the mandarin duck was introduced from the Far East as its name suggests. Oddly for a duck, it nests in trees, sometimes high above the water.
Worcestershire residents are set to be entertained during an evening talk looking at the ups and downs of Britain’s wildlife.
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust, the county’s largest nature conservation charity, has produced a video to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
This comical little duck lives up to its name – look out for the black tuft of feathers on its head!
This dainty seaduck is a winter visitor to our coasts, particularly in northern and eastern Scotland.
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