Duck in the Reeds by the Water
A duck stands in shallow pond water between tall reeds as gentle ripples spread nearby.
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What the Duck in the Reeds by the Water page shows
The water bird stands in a shallow pond surrounded by tall grasses and reeds. Circular ripples cross the water near the duck, suggesting a calm surface disturbed by small movements. The vegetation at both sides places the bird in the sheltered edge of a freshwater habitat.
Interesting facts about ducks near reeds
Dense reeds provide ducks with cover from weather and predators, and they can also offer protected places for nesting. Ducks spread oil from a gland near the base of the tail across their feathers while preening. This treatment helps the outer feathers shed water while a softer layer underneath traps insulating air.
Natural colors of the duck and pond
- Duck feathers: white, brown, tan, gray, black, or patterned, depending on the species and sex
- Duck bill: yellow, orange, gray, black, or olive, depending on the species
- Duck feet and legs: commonly orange, yellow, gray, brown, or black
- Reeds and tall grasses: green in active growth, turning straw-yellow or brown when dry
- Pond water: clear but often appearing blue, green, gray, or brown because of reflections and sediment