tmichael

The Black Duck is just a domesticated Mallard-type.

I thought the second bird could be a Common Scoter for a second but it is definitely a Red-crested Pochard - they are quite easy to confuse.

Mike Turnbull

PS I was always told our Mute Swans in western Europe were introduced in ancient times, but a bit of research (well Wikipedia) suggests this may be wrong.

tmichael

Not spotting the mis-labelled Gadwall (I just didn't look, honest!) is bringing back grim memories!

Mike Turnbull