It looked like he was having such a good stretch it made me want to enjoy one too. Mallard trivia: The Mallard is a member of the surface-feeding group of ducks, known as the dabblers. It is often seen in the tipped-up position with its tail held vertical. Although the bird can dive in an emergency, it rarely does so.

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