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A symptom of spring and the housing problem is provided by a mallard duck with distinctly
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A symptom of spring and the housing problem is provided by a mallard duck with distinctly
A symptom of spring and the housing problem is provided by a mallard duck with distinctly urban traits who has chosen a window box on the parapet high above Trafalgar Square, as a place to raise her family. She came to look the place over the last Saturday, seem to like it, settles down, and has since made 6 eggs in which she is sitting.
17 April 1947
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This photo captures a unique blend of nature and urban living. In the heart of bustling Trafalgar Square, a mallard duck has found an unlikely home in a window box on a high parapet. As spring blooms around her, she has chosen this unconventional spot to raise her family, defying the housing problem faced by many in this era. Taken on 17th April 1947, this monochrome image transports us back to the twentieth century. The simplicity of black and white enhances the contrast between the concrete jungle below and the natural beauty above. The mallard duck exhibits distinctly urban traits as she fearlessly embraces her surroundings. She carefully inspects her potential nesting site before settling down comfortably amidst the chaos of city life. With six eggs nestled beneath her warm feathers, she is determined to create a safe haven for her future brood. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of struggle, nature finds its way into unexpected corners of our lives. It reminds us to appreciate these small moments where wildlife intertwines with our human existence. Captured by TopFoto. co. uk, this snapshot freezes time and invites us to reflect on how we coexist with nature within our ever-evolving cities.
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