Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Fred,
A beautiful picture of this Mandarin drake dressed up in his exotic plumage gazing Oedipus like at his reflection on the surface of the lake under his chin on the water that is also reflecting the trees around the lake shore. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2020

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reply by the author on 29-Sep-2020

merci suzanne

Comment from nikman
A very good looking nature shot posted here! Your fine and central composition offers us an enjoyable view of duck and reflection. Like the neck detail. Exposure and sharpness are good. Nicely done!

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2020

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reply by the author on 29-Sep-2020

many thanks again

Comment from Malmax
Absolutely a beautiful reflection and a wonderful photograph.
It almost reminds me of a treated image by a painted effect. Fantastic capture Fred.
I love the small rippled water area on the left....
Malmax

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2020

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reply by the author on 29-Sep-2020

thanks so much again

Comment from Artistsushma
hahaha...very cute caption...indeed he is looking like him and is as gorgeous as him...composition is brilliant....i have 3-4 photos of this duck so my amazement in this photo was your caption and the beautiful abstract pattern formed in the water....clarity is superb....very appealing photo...thanks for sharing...

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 Comment Written 29-Sep-2020

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reply by the author on 29-Sep-2020

thanks a lot again

Comment from Gina_me
The colors are bold and beautiful. The reflection is clear and crisp. You did a great job with the sharpness. Thank you for sharing. As always a great capture.

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 Comment Written 29-Sep-2020

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reply by the author on 29-Sep-2020

many thanks Gina