Dabbling Collection

Aix galericulata, mandarin duck
Plate 69 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 7, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph

Aylesbury Duck - domestic, above & below water
JD-13961 Aylesbury Duck - domestic, above & below water John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mallard Duck - female & male
JG-5041A Mallard DUCKS - male and female dabbling Ardea London contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Anas platyrhynchos, mallard
Plate 221 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Male pintail (Anas acuta). This duck is widespread throughout northern Europe and Asia and North America. It inhabits wetland areas and feeds on plant material extracted from the lake bottom

STUDENTS & SPIRIT
Two scholars, dabbling in the occult as scholars will, invoke a spirit of the dead - and are alarmed when their invocation is successful ! Date: circa 1850

DDE-90037413
An American Wigeon drake (Anas americana) calling. Date: 27/07/2006

DDE-90037401
A Mallard hen (Anas plathyrhynchos) preening. Date: 27/07/2006

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A Mallard hen (Anas plathyrhynchos) preening. Date: 27/07/2006

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A Mallard drake (Anas plathyrhynchos) Date: 27/07/2006

Gadwall Duck Waterfowl bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Picture No. 11981419
Mallard on marsh Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

Picture No. 11981413
Mallard on marsh Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

Picture No. 11981402
Mallard on marsh Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

Schrepfer and Spirits
Johann Georg Schrepfer (also known as the baron de Steinbach) (1730-1774) conjures spirits at Dresden, but shoots himself when things start to go wrong Date: 1773

Joris-Karl Huysman
JORIS-KARL HUYSMANS (orig. Georges-Charles) French writer of Dutch descent, author of La-bas, A rebours and much more, dabbling in occultism and converting to Catholicism. Date: 1848 - 1907

Picture No. 11067689
Wigeon dabbling. Date:

American Widgeon bathing, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

American Widgeon pair feeding, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

Northern Shoveler, Anas clypeata, Welder flats, Texas

Common Teal (Anas crecca) adult male, close-up of head, feeding at surface of water, Hong Kong, China, December

Two Male Mallard ducks

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet, dabbling, feeding with head submerged under water surface, West Yorkshire, England, July

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adult female and cygnet, dabbling, feeding at surface of water, West Yorkshire, England, July

Female mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos). This species is one of the most common and widespread dabbling ducks in the UK. In the breeding season it is found in a variety of wetland habitats including

Teal - drake- winter- UK
DAC-468 Teal - drake winter- UK Anas crecca David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mallard - duckling - UK
DAC-480 Mallard - duckling UK Anas platyrhynchos David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Anas clypeata, northern shoveller

Clangula hyemalis, long-tailed duck
Plate 312 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Aythya valisineria, canvasback
Plate 301 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

American Wigeon, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

American Widgeon, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

Northern Shoveler feeding, Anas clypeata, Welder flats, Texas

Female Gadwall bathing, Anas strepera, Welder flats, Texas

Common Teal (Anas crecca) adult male, feeding, dabbling in shallow water on mudflats, Norfolk, England, january

Common Teal (Anas crecca) juvenile, eclipse plumage, dabbling in muddy water, Norfolk, England, september

Pintail (Anas acuta). This duck is widespread throughout northern Europe and Asia and North America. It inhabits wetland areas and feeds on plant material extracted from the lake bottom

Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiacus) up-ended whilst feeding. This goose is found near water in the Nile Valley and sub-Saharan Africa

Emperor Goose - pair
SG-20213 Emperor Goose - pair Chen canagica Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mute Swan - adult upending with cygnet on lake - Hessen - Germany
USH-4789 Mute Swan - adult upending with cygnet on lake Hessen - Germany Cygnus olor Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mallard Duck - female dabbling
JD-13960 Mallard Duck - female dabbling John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mallard Duck - dabbling
JD-13654 Mallard DUCKLING - 4 weeks old, dabbling John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mute Swans
DH-2232 Mute SWANS - two, bottom up feeding Cygnus olor Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Gadwall - upended male feeding. England, UK
DK-188 Gadwall - upended male feeding England, UK Anas strepera David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mallard Adult drake Cleveland, UK
ROY-206 Mallard - Adult drake Cleveland, UK Anas platyrhynchos Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Green-winged Teal - female, feeding on submerged seeds
ROG-12004 Green-winged Teal - female, feeding on submerged seeds New Mexico, USA Anas crecca Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pintails - Two male feeding by upending. Seed-eaters
ROG-11985 Pintails - Two male feeding by upending. Seed-eaters. New Mexico, USA Anas acuta Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Mallard - Up-ending male looking for food in the water
ME-1410 Mallard - Up-ending male looking for food in the water Anas platyrhynchos Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Dabbling: Exploring the Graceful World of Waterfowl" In the enchanting realm of waterfowl, where feathers meet water and elegance dances in every movement, we find ourselves captivated by the art of dabbling. From the vibrant Aix galericulata, also known as the Mandarin duck, to the majestic Mallard Duck with its distinctive male and female plumage, these avian wonders grace our world with their presence. As we delve into this captivating world, let us first observe the Aylesbury Duck - a domestic beauty that effortlessly glides above and below water. Its sleek form is a testament to nature's design prowess, reminding us of how harmony can be found even in simplicity. Speaking of Mallard Ducks, it is impossible not to mention Anas platyrhynchos - commonly known as mallards. The males proudly display their emerald green heads while females exhibit subtle yet elegant shades of brown. Together they create an exquisite symphony of colors that never fails to mesmerize. And then there's the male pintail; a true epitome of gracefulness. With its elongated neck and slender body adorned with striking patterns, it stands out among its peers as if embodying both confidence and poise. But dabbling isn't just limited to birds; it extends beyond feathers and wings. It finds resonance within students who dare to explore new horizons and embrace knowledge with open hearts. Their spirit mirrors that of these remarkable creatures – curious souls unafraid to dive into unfamiliar waters in pursuit of growth. So let us celebrate this artistry called dabbling – whether witnessed through stunning photographs like DDE-90037413 or captured moments like DDE-90037401 or DDE-90037399. Let each image remind us that life is meant for exploration and discovery. Just like Gadwall Duck Waterfowl bird depicted in Picture No. 11981419, let us spread our wings and venture into the unknown.