Surviving a late hatch, otters, mink, eagles, invasive bullfrogs, and hawks, these two ducklings rest under the watchful eye of mother.

Interesting fact: A hen will lead her ducklings up to a half mile or more over land after hatching in order to find a suitable water source for swimming and feeding.

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