The water’s surface holds a soft, olive-green hue, rippled gently by the movement of two ducks. In the foreground, a female mallard stands still, her mottled brown feathers blending with the water’s muted tones. Her head is slightly tilted, as if observing something just beyond the frame. Behind her, a male mallard glides with a distinct, iridescent green head and yellow beak, his darker plumage contrasting subtly with the surrounding water. The ripples around them suggest quiet motion, a natural rhythm. The light is diffused, casting no harsh shadows, and the scene feels intimate, unhurried. The water’s surface reflects the ducks’ forms faintly, adding depth without disruption. The overall impression is one of quiet coexistence within a simple, unremarkable pond.
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