Preparing for the Breeding Season

All birds are now starting to acquire their breeding plumage and ducks in particular are looking resplendent. Just look at this Tufted Duck at Fishers Green.

But lets not be complacent. Looking your best takes a lot of exercising, particularly neck-stretching.......

                            ..........smoothing the feathers on your back..........

                            ..............and a touch of gel.....................