After returning to Ohio, from an extended visit in Texas, my guy and I put a few quaters in our pocket and went to Kingwood. At the duck pond we were greeted by peacocks and Indian Runner ducks. As the Mallards swam across the pond toward us, we noticed a smaller duck among them. A Wood duck has joined the Kingwood Duck Pond family. At least, I think it is a Wood duck. Initially I thought it was a Merganser, but upon checking my Field Guide to Birds, realized it was not due to the white around its eye. I also find it difficult to tell if it is a winter male or female. Going back later in the day to get a picture, we found it still hanging out with the Mallards, but this time in the back pond (over by the peony garden). Turns out it has been seen at Kingwood for a few weeks now and let’s hope it stays.
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