2022-01-15

Winter wildlife

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Fallow deer in the snowy forest

Whitetailed seaeagle over my head

Images above from Klastorp Mansion
Below, images from Djulö Kvarn.

One White throated dipper finally back

I think this is an Otter. If I am right it is only the second one I have seen in Sweden. This was taken with the longest lens I can use. I would not have seen it if it was not swimming and disturb the pattern of the waves. 


And the hungry crowd! Mallards.
 
As soon as a car stops in the parking area they all comes walking and flying. Surrounding the car. To get out of the car I have to move the birds with my boots. Gently walk between them. 
This day I was happy to see the dipper coming back. I hope it will stay now. And maybe there will be one at the other place they usually visit. Which is a better place for taken shots of it. Anyway. I am happy it is here. 

Leaving the plase is a challenge also. The mallards are still surrounding the car. Even sitting below it. You have to start driving VERY slowly so they realise they have to move! I´m always afraid some will be stuck by the wheels. 


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17 comments:

  1. eileeninmd1/15/22, 12:42 PM

    Hello,
    Wow, these are all awesome wildlife photos. I love the shot of the deer and the Sea Eagle. neat sighting of the Dipper. The ducks around your feet look cute, what a crowd. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend! PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

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  2. David M. Gascoigne,1/15/22, 1:44 PM

    The first shot of the stag in the snow is a classic illustration of winter in the wild. Amazing!

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  3. Breathtaking1/15/22, 3:03 PM

    Hello ,:=) The first image is stunning, how majestic the Stag looks, and it's unreal the amount of Mallards you see surrounding your car. They must be hungry and waiting for a handout! Great sighting of the Sea Eagle, and the Otter.
    Have a nice weekend, and stay safe.

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  4. Barbara Rogers1/15/22, 3:27 PM

    How great to see the otter...one of my favorite animals. I loved an exhibit of them at an aquarium. Of course they weren't as happy as one in the wild. Oh yes, those mallards are definitely impeding your movement!

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  5. Woody Meristem1/15/22, 3:38 PM

    The swimming creature, although it might be an otter, looks more like a mink to me -- in either case congratulations on getting the photograph.

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  6. My name is Erika.1/15/22, 4:25 PM

    Great photo Monica. I wondered what that animal on the water's edge was. Yes, it is probably an otter. I'm not sure what other animals like you have in Sweden. But I do love these photos. Happy weekend. Hugs-Erika

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  7. ~Lavender Dreamer~1/15/22, 4:59 PM

    The Mallards sure look pretty with the snowy background and I love that big beautiful deer! WOW....what a sight! I'm glad you are able to get out even in the winter weather! Hugs!

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  8. Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti1/15/22, 6:31 PM

    Such magnificent wildlife! Could that creature in the water be a muskrat or beaver? So many mallards! It looks like they are hoping you have food for them.

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  9. Shiju Sugunan1/16/22, 2:00 AM

    Mallards’ colour stands out in the snow. The first image is my favourite.

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  10. Irma1/16/22, 9:27 AM

    Wonderful pictures of the animals and birds.
    The mallards seem very hungry.
    Greetings Irma

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  11. Anni 1/16/22, 1:55 PM

    As always, enjoyed your photos and narrative.
    How exciting of the return of the dipper ...thanks for linking in this week!

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  12. Yvonne1/17/22, 5:35 PM

    I remember as a child having mallards mobbing us when we were trying to eat at a picnic table. Quite fun for us kids. Very nice photos.

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  13. J.P. Alexander1/18/22, 2:26 AM

    Bello ciervo y linda nutria. Me dio pena los patitos con frio . Te mando un beso

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  14. Sallie (FullTime-Life)1/18/22, 9:17 PM

    What a wonderful day. I thank you for sharing it!! The mallards may be common (and greedy) but the crowd of them makes a wonderful picture. And to see the otter and the rare dipper back again is great. You got a beautiful flight shot of the sea eagle and that magnificent stag. Loved this post.

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  15. Mae Travels1/20/22, 9:19 AM

    Beautiful wildlife photos, especially the first one. Mallards are everywhere, and really assert themselves, don't they? I just wrote a post about them, and looked up the vast number of places where they live.

    best... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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  16. A Cuban In London1/20/22, 9:14 PM

    Wonderful images. Loved the eagle one. Thanks.

    Greetings from London.

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  17. NatureFootstep1/24/22, 7:57 PM

    :)

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