More on the Goldeneye Duck
A most entertaining duck, the male Goldeneye has breeding behaviour that includes tilting his head backwards and letting out a squawk to get the female’s attention. The female seems more bold about coming up to people for a handout once she realizes that some are a food source.
They have positions and “looks” that are just downright comical some of which I may add later since I can’t find them now. See for yourself.
©Jane Chesebrough
- ©Jane Chesebrough
©Jane Chesebrough
©Jane Chesebrough
©Jane Chesebrough
My Heartsong 
Oh my Jane…amazing shots.. the eyes! WOW!!
June 27, 2012 at 8:00 pm
Ha Ha! Especially if they give you “the look”.
June 28, 2012 at 9:55 pm
Very cool shots…we don’t have the variety of ducks around that you do. Thanks for the treat!
June 28, 2012 at 1:22 pm
You’re welcome, David. Definitely my pleasure.
June 28, 2012 at 9:53 pm
Wow, these photos are really nice! I am not the greatest bird photographer, and have never gotten this close.
June 28, 2012 at 2:56 pm
They are wild, but used to people in the city so you can get close and it helps to have a 300mm lens.In the countr,well, that’s a whole different story.
June 28, 2012 at 9:53 pm
I loved all your photos, especially the one where the male has tilted his head all the way back.
July 3, 2012 at 6:22 pm
Fantastic photos, Jane! I’ve always sworn birds show personality and have & throw numerous types of looks at one another and they can be quite comical. And there’s been times I’ve had to look away first because of the fierce eye-lock they’ve done on me, lol.
July 4, 2012 at 7:24 pm