Bathed in the morning light, the tufted duck rises from the water, stretching its wings in a timeless ritual. That unmistakable yellow eye scans the world, ever alert, while the mirror-like surface below records a fleeting moment of elegance.
This small diving duck is often underestimated, yet beneath its calm surface lies a tenacious spirit — built for frigid waters, deep dives, and long migrations.
Aythya fuligula
Shot with:
Canon EOS 6D + Sigma 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3
600mm | 1/4000 | f/7.1 | ISO5000