White Settlers Settle In

Now one week since Saffron and her brood were released to the river. 

Delighted to report that they have all integrated and settled in with no losses. 

They have drawn many comments and questions as to where they came from etc. I can tell you they are not Albino's, not domestic breeds, but white Mallards, and a likely  throwback from  white Campbells. 

                   It's noticeable that some of them have a few black feathers close to the tail, again another indicator from a bygone time when Black ducks were bred from mallards in the 1940s.

White Campbells and Khaki Campbells were bred for their exceptional  egg laying abilities and are bigger and heavier than ordinary Mallards. 

Saffron and her brood are ordinary sized Mallards. Their habits and attitude are the same as wild Mallards I'm happy to report. Short video below.