Looking at field guides, and from my own personal experience, Ring-necked Ducks do not show off their namesake very often. Even today, when I photographed this drake, I didn’t take notice of it. But, when I reviewed my photos, I was pleasantly surprised with the results. I’ve never seen a maroon/brown neck-ring this distinctive. I’m not sure if this is the effect of particular lighting condition, or if this is this individual’s current plumage. Regardless, I didn’t much luck otherwise with photos today, but I definitely wanted to share a couple shots of this good-looking bird, which I photographed at 6 1/2 Station Road Sanctuary this morning.
He IS handsome!
He is indeed. Matt
Among my favorite ducks. They used to stop off at my old water-filled lime quarry in Rockland, Maine, every year. Nice photos!
Thanks Brian, and thanks for checking in. Hope the birding up in Maine has been productive. Matt