From across the pond - A Presidential Candidate, red white and blue ....pretending to listen!

From across the pond - A Presidential Candidate, red white and blue ....pretending to listen!, originally uploaded by Rusty Marvin (MS OS Adventure Gamer).

LR-13480 - Looking sweet before sweet before being elected and pretending to listen to every word :)

SOOC - CR2 to Jpg in Lightroom
Canon EOS 7D + EF75-300mm f/4-5.6
Freehand

Mandarin Duck Aix galericulata
Family: Swans, ducks and geese (Anatidae)
Overview
The male has the most elaborate and ornate plumage with distinctive long orange feathers on the side of the face, orange 'sails' on the back, and pale orange flanks. The female is dull by comparison with a grey head and white stripe behind the eye, brown back and mottled flanks. They were introduced to the UK from China and have become established following escapes from captivity.
Where to see them
Main population is in south, central and eastern England, but small numbers occur in Wales, Northern England and Scotland. Likes lakes with plenty of overhanging trees and bushes.
When to see them
All year round
What they eat
Insects, vegetation and seeds.
Estimated numbers 7,000 adults Citation RSPB