black and white photograph man head covered clay

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black and white photograph of a man's head covered in clay

A male mallard duck (*Anas platyrhynchos*) floats on a greenish pond. The duck features a glossy iridescent green head, a yellow beak, and a white ring around its neck. The body is primarily grey, with a brown chest and black tail. Its orange legs are partially visible beneath the water, which is slightly murky and reflects the surrounding foliage. The duck appears calm and still on the surface of the water.