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February 29, 2008

Dabbling ducks feed on the water surface



On a sunny bitter cold February morning 2 pairs of Mallards feed by dabbling for aquatic plants on the waters surface.

February 22, 2008

Ornamental Park Swan feeds in the Sound



The Mute Swan swims with an S-curve in the neck and feeds on aquatic plants by immersing head and neck.

February 13, 2008

In cold weather the Canada Goose eats seaweed



It has been cold the past few days so the rivers and ponds are frozen. As a result the Canadian Geese come around to eat marine algae ulva (lettuce).

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