The UK's heaviest duck, and its fastest flying. It is a true seaduck, rarely found away from coasts where its dependence on coastal molluscs for food has brought it into conflict with mussel farmers. Eiders are highly gregarious and usually stay close inshore, riding the swell in a sandy bay or strung out in long lines out beyond the breaking waves. It is an Amber List species because of its winter concentrations.
Bob, a male Eider. I saw lots of females and ducklings this summer. Great big ducks and strong swimmers and flyers. A only saw a couple of males so this picture is welcome.
i just think they're fascinating looking!
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ReplyDeleteYou're sure right.
DeleteWhat a beauty. He looks so silky, soft and smooth. I now understand the term "soft as eiderdown."
ReplyDeleteYou've hit it right, 'soft as eiderdown', thanks Hilary.
DeleteI love your ducks pictures the best!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ruby.
DeleteThey seem to have a very short neck and seem to be quite strong!
ReplyDeleteGREAT JOB BOB... saluti
ReplyDeleteCheers for saying that.
DeleteBob, what distinctive markings these guys have. Great portraits!
ReplyDeleteChe bella questa papera...e' fantastica. Complimenti!
ReplyDeleteUn abbraccio caro Bob
They really are lovely ducks to see... fantastic images Bob.
ReplyDeleteHola Bob,excelentes tomas de este bonito Eider.Un abrazo
ReplyDeletesupert Bob, pen fugl.
ReplyDeleteLovely clear captures Bob. A stunning bird.
ReplyDeleteSuch an interesting looking duck. Terrific up-close photographs, Bob!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ducks. They look like they're of a similar build to a wood pigeon. Heavy and broad across the chest.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo, Bob :)
A beautiful bird and great images, sadly only encounter was with one in eclipse:-(
ReplyDeleteYes, but beautiful with that.
Deletecool duck
ReplyDeleteThey are cool looking ducks, awesome closeups!
ReplyDeleteThis is a really interesting creature, Bob.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful, and I love the shape of the head.
His head is awesome, cheers Lisa.
DeleteA stout fellow. Terrific shots as always Bob!
ReplyDeleteNot colorful, yet beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBob, a male Eider. I saw lots of females and ducklings this summer. Great big ducks and strong swimmers and flyers. A only saw a couple of males so this picture is welcome.
ReplyDeleteThe males must had a cracking time.
DeleteBeautiful photos of eider, Bob.
ReplyDeleteThird picture is my favorite, there you have properly exposed.
Thanks for your comment Irma.
DeleteC'est un beau canard si différent de ceux que je vois habituellement. Très belles photos.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful duck Bob!!I have never seen before!!
ReplyDeleteGreat closeups!Have a lovely weekend!
Dimi...
Have a happy weekend to you also Dimi.
DeleteBeautiful Eider.. Cheers!!!
ReplyDeleteCheers to you Ana.
DeleteNigdy wcześniej takiej kaczki nie widziałam. Piękne zdjęcia.
ReplyDeleteThis one is new to me!
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