A high-detail, landscape-oriented photograph of a white Pekin duck resting on a sun-dappled grassy lawn. The duck is shown in profile, highlighting its pure white plumage, dark eye, and a prominent orange bill. A distinctive "drake feather"—a small, curled feather at the base of the tail—indicates that the bird is a male. The background consists of soft-focus grass and fallen leaves, and the image is finished with a clean white border and rounded corners. Savannah, GA

A Pekin Duck for @robcrank68.bsky.social's #BirdOfTheDay theme #DucksOutOfWater

#birds #photography #birdphotography #ECK #CanonR5mkii

Monty & Melissa Mallard out for an evening stroll, only to be confronted by the paparazzi. On seeing the cameras Monty led Melissa into the bushes.... Not for what you're thinking though, it was just to hide away. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve.

Gabby Gadwall was standing on the log after taking a bath, she had a shake off then started her arduous preening routine... Yes even female ducks take their time getting ready for a night out. Captured at Tophill Low Nature Reserve.

Ruby Ruddy Shelduck had just got out of the water, and was heading for shelter behind the mound of weeds. She needed some alone time after a night out with Gabby Gadwall, she said never again after that session but we all know she doesn't mean it. Captured at Tophill Low Nature Reserve.

Tina Tufted Ducks was sat all alone pondering as to why Gabby Gadwall & Ruby Ruddy Shelduck didn't invite her out the night before. So she was feeling sorry for herself so I told her to get a grip, before she waddled off muttering to herself. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve.

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #DucksOutOfWater, any Duck that is out of the water but NOT FLYING. The Alt Theme is #Finches, any Finch will do.

#birds #ECK #CanonR5mkii #ukbirding #photography @rspb.bsky.social #birdphotography #BirdLife #naturephotography #DuckLife #wildlife

Wendy Wren had just had her morning shower when the phone rang, and not thinking anything about it she walked into the front room to answer it. Normally that wouldn't be a problem due to the curtains being closed, but Walter Wren didn't shut them the night before and standing at the window was a man with a camera 😱😱 And all she heard was 'click' 'clack' 'click' before she could move, that was it she knew she was going to be on Page 3 of the Daily Robin Newspaper. When Walter got home he was spending the night in the shed as punishment for his error. Captured at Warnham Nature Reserve.

I promised @alan678.bsky.social I would post this photo of Wendy Wren that I took yesterday, this is only a screen grab of the camera.

Alt Text for Wendy's shock horror story 😂

#birds #ECK #CanonR5mkii @rspb.bsky.social #ukbirding #wildlife #birdphotography #naturephotography #WrenLife #BirdLife

Here's Larry Little Grebes about to splash down like Artemis II at Stodmarsh Nature Reserve.

Corrine Cormorant was busily minding her own busy while speeding through the sky, sadly she didn't spot the 'Special Branch's coming up behind her to Nick her for speeding. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve.

Jerry Jackdaw had been in trouble with the 'Special Branch's and the paparazzi wanted to get some snaps and gossip about what he had done wrong, but he had other ideas and went into a steep dive to get away from them. Captured at RSPB Bempton Cliffs.

Gabby Gannet was taking advantage of the strong winds but little did she know that the updraft would fetch right in front of the waiting paparazzi to get some sea shots while she was on holiday. Captured at RSPB Bempton Cliffs.

Time to take to the sky with some #BirdsInFlight on this beautiful #FlyDay, it's a good job birds don't need petrol or diesel to get around or they would all be grounded soon 😂

Here's Larry Little Grebes, Corrine Cormorant, Jerry Jackdaw & Gabby Gannet

#birds #ECK #ukbirding #CanonR5mkii #wildlife

@alan678.bsky.social #BirdOfTheDay theme is #FeederFriends, birds that you might see at your feeder, they don't have to be on a feeder. The Alt Theme is #Waders, any wading bird.

I've gone with both themes and some Alt Text for fun.

#birds #photography #ECK #CanonR5mkii #ukbirding #birdphotography

Now to show off the #Corvids for #ThursJay, so here's Mollie Magpie, Jerry Jay, Jonny Jackdaw & Ronnie Rook from various venues in 2026.

#birds #CorvidLife @rspb.bsky.social #photography #ECK #birdphotography #CanonR5mkii #naturephotography #ukbirding #BirdLife

Here's a series of Oystercatchers in being very active in the air and on the ground for #3sDay from Rodley Nature Reserve near Leeds.

#birds #ECK #photography #CanonR5mkii #ukbirding #BirdLife #birdphotography #wildlife #naturephotography #Oystercatchers

I've not had access to BlueSky all day due to the problems they have had, so I will make my apologies now as I won't get through many of the notifications that have just lit my phone up.
So here's another set of #HeadShots for today's #BirdOfTheDay.

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A square-format, high-detail macro portrait of a Mallard hybrid or domestic duck. The bird is shown in sharp profile, highlighting its iridescent dark head with subtle green and purple sheens, a dark eye, and a long, pale yellowish-green bill. The chest feathers transition into a rich mahogany brown. The background is a soft, vibrant green bokeh, and the image is finished with a subtle vignette and a rounded white border. Savannah, GA

A Mallard for @robcrank68.bsky.social's #BirdOfTheDay theme #HeadShots 📷🪶

#birds #photography #birdphotography #ECK #CanonR5mkii

Good morning.

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #HeadShots, any head shot will do, the Alt Theme is #Gulls.

Here's a Goldeneye, Northern Gannets, Mistle Thrush & Black-necked Grebes from various venues in 2026.

#birds #ECK #CanonR5mkii #ukbirding #BirdLife #birdphotography #portraits #naturetherapy

The arch rock at #pfeifferbeach at #sunset in remarkable #bigsur along #PCH #highway1roadtrip #californiaroadtrip #CaliforniaDreaming So I drove down a 2 mile poorly maintained barely two lane road in a car that had absolutely no business going down such a road #canonr5mkii #shotoncanon #canonlenses

A square-format, high-detail photograph of a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher perched on a slender, sunlit branch. The bird is shown from the front, tilted slightly to the side, highlighting its pale blue-gray upperparts, white underparts, and prominent white eye-ring. It is surrounded by a dense network of branches and budding yellow-green catkins. The background is a soft-focus blend of green and brown foliage, and the image is finished with a subtle vignette and a rounded white border. Savannah, GA

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher for @alan678.bsky.social's #BirdOfTheDay theme #LeafandLight

#birds #photography #birdphotography #ECK #CanonR5mkii

Here's Ollie Oystercatcher doing another lap round Rodley Nature Reserve as he's looking for a big chick to chuck out some little chicks. I did shout to him to use the 'Grab A Chick' dating site but he just carried on regardless.

Here's Gary & Gabrielle Gadwall flying off to have some alone time, as they flew over they shouted 'No Paparazzi Allowed'. To which i replied 'Spoil Sport' so he just gave me the Bird as he disappeared out of sight. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve.

Ronnie Robin wasn't looking pleased with the lack of ladies around the feeders, again he was told to use 'Small Birds' dating app where it would be easier for him to find what he wants. I'm just to kind with these birds. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve.

After Ronnie Robin had gone off to get some signal for the dating app, along came Rita Robin who was also looking for a date. I told her i wasn't available but Ronnie had gone off to the cafe if she wanted to check him out. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve.

Right that's me signing off until tomorrow, i need an early night so i'm ready for my trip down to London in the morning. It's a few days away with the camera because the boss has released the leash again, so i'm taking advantage of it.

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#birds #ECK #photography #ukbirding #CanonR5mkii

A square-format, bright photograph of an American Coot swimming in calm, blue water. The bird is shown in profile, highlighting its dark charcoal body, black head, and distinctive white bill with a small reddish-brown shield at the top. The water surface captures a clear reflection of the bird, and the background features thin, out-of-focus reeds reflecting in the ripples. The image is finished with a soft, high-key edit and a subtle vignette. Savannah, GA

American Coot for the #BirdOfTheDay theme #Reflections 📷🪶

#AnimalArtTuesday #birds #photography #birdphotography #ECK #CanonR5mkii

Here's Oakley & Olivia Oystercatchers, Bradley & Barbara Bullfinches, Gary & Gordon Gadwalls & Larry & Lisa Lapwings going about their day trying to avoid the paparazzi on #TwosDay

Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve

#birds #photography #ECK #CanonR5mkii #birdphotography #ukbirding @rspb.bsky.social

Gary Gadwall was loving his reflection so much he decided to kiss it, but quickly looked around to make sure nobody spotted him doing it. Sadly he then spotted the paparazzi had got some shots for the 'Daily Squak', making him really angry at them. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve, near Leeds. Rodley is run by a board of trustees and a registered charity.

Caren Coot was just ambling her way across the water when she spotted the photographer and decided to head under the water. She put this down to not having done her make-up that morning, and she only likes being captured looking her best. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve, near Leeds. Rodley is run by a board of trustees and a registered charity.

Ollie Oystercatcher was rushing around like a lunatic, which brought him to the attention of the 'Water Patrol' for speeding. Due to it being an accident black spot the 'Water Patrol' were very strict when it comes to speeding. Ollie tried to explain he was late getting home from his date and his mum had already got his tea ready. Sadly for Ollie he still got a speeding ticket, and a note for his mum so he didn't get in trouble with her, but they say they wouldn't pass his information on to the 'Flying Squad' who were much stricter when it comes to the rules of the water.. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve, near Leeds. Rodley is run by a board of trustees and a registered charity.

Rita Robin was busy having a wash so didn't spot the paparazzi getting some rude snaps until it was too late, once spotting them she started berating them about giving a lady some privacy. Sadly for Rita she knew she would end up in the 'Daily Squak' the next day, which wasn't right but she knew it would give her some free publicity and increase her followers on social media. Captured at Rodley Nature Reserve, near Leeds. Rodley is run by a board of trustees and a registered charity.

Good morning everyone.

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #Reflections, any bird reflection. The Alt Theme is #Robins, any Robin will do #ForJanet.

These were captured at Rodley Nature Reserve near Leeds.

#birds #photography #ECK @rspb.bsky.social #CanonR5mkii #ukbirding #birdphotography #BirdLife

#MallardMonday is where all the Ducks & Geese get to party, and sadly for the Geese the male & female Gadwalls, Ruddy Shelduck & female Mallard beat them to the drink and food.
Captured @tophilllow.bsky.social over Easter.

#birds #CanonPhotography #ECK #photography #ukbirding #CanonR5mkii #DuckLife

On hearing the news from @alan678.bsky.social about trending number 1, i thought it was only right to give contributors what they have been asking for...... So here are the Kingfishers, which i did say come to those who wait 😂

Captured at RSPB Minsmere

#birds #ECK #CanonR5mkii #photography

Good morning.

It's @alan678.bsky.social turn for #BirdOfTheDay and his themes are #JKLMNOP, any bird that has these letters at the beginning of their 1st or 2nd names. The Alt Theme is #Urban, birds in urban environments.

Alt Text for Info

#birds #ECK #CanonR5mkii #photography @rspb.bsky.social

Time for #Swanday where all Swans get to have a #Swantastic time, and here's a Black Swan & Mute Swan doing just that at WWT Slimbridge.

#CanonPhotography #birds #photography #ECK #birdphotography #ukbirding #naturephotography #CanonR5mkii #PhotographyIsArt @wwtworldwide.bsky.social #SwanLife

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #LongNecks, birds with long necks, the Alt Theme is #Gulls, any Gull will do.
Hoping for a 'twofer' here with this strutting Yellow-legged Gull...
#birds #photography #ECK #CanonR5mkii #birdphotography #ukbirding #BirdLife

Good morning friends.

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #LongNecks, birds with long necks, the Alt Theme is #Gulls, any Gull will do.
Here's Colin Cormorant, Sheila Spoonbill, Craig Crane & Gary Greylag going about their day.

#birds #photography #ECK #CanonR5mkii #birdphotography #ukbirding #BirdLife

Good morning.

It's @alan678.bsky.social turn for today's #BirdOfTheDay and he's chosen #Woodland, birds you might find in Woodlands, Alt Theme is #Juveniles, any young bird capture.

More Info in Alt Text

#birds #photography #ECK @rspb.bsky.social #CanonR5mkii #birdphotography #ukbirding #BirdLife

Gabby Goldfinch hadn't realised she was showing her under-carriage, until her friend whispered politely in her ear that she was showing everyone her bits & pieces. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve

Larry Long-tailed Tit wasn't too happy with the photographers, so he decided to show them his arse. This was all over the amount of sunflower hearts on offer for posing for photos. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve

Beryl Blue Tit was so hungry that she wasn't concerned about showing her private area off to the photographers while she stretched for some of the seeds. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve

When Liam & Lorraine Lapwing were out for a quiet walk, they spotted the paparazzi creeping up behind them. When all of a sudden Liam dropped his trousers and started 'Mooning' at the paparazzi, all Lorraine could do was look away swiftly. Captured at Summer Leys Nature Reserve

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #BirdButt, birds showing off the rear end to the photographer, the Alt Theme is #Grass, any bird standing on Grass.
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#birds #photography #ECK #birdphotography #ukbirding #naturephotography #CanonR5mkii @rspb.bsky.social #Mooning @wildlifebcn.org

Time for #3'sDay where trios, triplets or trebles 'walk the walk', 'fly the sky' or 'wander the water' just like the Tufted Ducks, Barnacle Geese, Mute Swans & Goslings are doing.
Captured at WWT Slimbridge.

#birds #photography #ECK #CanonR5mkii #birdphotography #ukbirding @wwtworldwide.bsky.social

When #ThursJay comes around, the #Corvids can't contain themselves as it means it's time to party, so Jerry Jay, Molly Magpie, Jonny Jackdaw & Celine Crow went off in search of food to take with them to the party.

#birds #ECK #photography #CanonR5mkii #ukbirding #birdphotography @rspb.bsky.social

@alan678.bsky.social has chosen #manmadeperch any bird perched on a manmade object. The alt theme is #naturalperch any bird perched on something provided by Mother Nature for today's #BirdOfTheDay.

#birds #photography #ECK #birdphotography #CanonR5mkii #naturephotography @rspb.bsky.social

Little Willy Wagtail (Grey) was taking some flies off dad for dinner, but decided dad's head looked tastier. Once the flies were out of dad's beak he let Willy know he wasn't happy about having his head swallowed. Captured at Yarrow Valley Country Park, Chorley.

Billy Blackcap was looking unhappy after his yearly medical, because the 'Quack' had told him he needed to go on a diet immediately because he was overweight. Captured at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, near the England/Wales Border.

Albert & Avril Avocet were out on a date having afternoon tea, but when Albert told her she would have to pay half of the bill she wasn't going to give Albert a 2nd date.

Neil Nuthatch was out of favour with all the other birds because he was always being greedy when it came to picking up something to eat. Billy Blue Tit & Roberta Robin were not going to put up with it and told Neil to leave and not come back. Captured at Yarrow Valley Country Park, Chorley.

Good morning and sorry for the later post for BOTD.

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #BlackHeads, any bird with Black on its head, the Alt Theme is #Grey, birds with Grey Feathers on them.

#birds #photography #ECK #CanonR5mkii @rspb.bsky.social #birdphotography #ukbirding #birdphotlgraphy #BirdLife

A square-format, high-detail photograph of a Lesser Black-backed Gull standing in shallow water. The gull is shown in profile, featuring a white head and underbody, dark charcoal-gray wings with white-edged feathers, and bright yellow legs. It has a prominent yellow bill with a red spot near the tip and a striking pale eye. The bird is standing in ripples of blue-gray water, and the image is finished with a soft vignette and a rounded white border. Tybee Island, GA

Lesser Black-backed Gull for the #BirdOfTheDay theme #Black&Red 🪶📷

#birds #photography #birdphotography #ECK #CanonR5mkii

Time for the #MallardMonday theme to arise on this lovely Easter Monday Bank Holiday, here's a set of captures off the rear camera screen while we are away.
Here we have a Leucistic Pochard, Goslings, Barnacle Geese & Mallard captured at various venues.

#birds #ECK #CanonR5mkii #photography