A Mallard Duck and Ducklings on the Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal
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A Mallard Duck and Ducklings on the Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal
Image: © Chris Reynolds Taken: 18 Apr 2009
Note the masses of starwort growing in the clear water – which provides food and shelter for the abundant wild life in this disused part of the canal – in stark contrast to the muddy waters, and no starwort, in the sections being used by narrowboats.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.783463
Longitude
-0.734115