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Today, we are going on an adventure to meet the Mallard Duck.

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The adventure begins with a story and discoveries for 6 - 8 year olds!

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Why do mallard ducks put their heads under water?

Mallard ducks often put their heads under water. They look for food this way. They eat water plants, seeds, insects, and sometimes small fish.

Mallard ducks help keep their ecosystem in balance. By eating water plants and small animals, they stop ponds and lakes from getting too crowded.

Mallard ducks live in groups in ponds, lakes, and rivers. They love to swim and move together, which keeps them safe from danger.

To protect themselves from water and cold, mallard ducks have special feathers. They keep them dry and warm. They also hide under water plants to escape predators.

The Duck and the Reed Feast

Why do mallard ducks put their heads under water?

The Mysterious Dive

After listening to the frogs sing so loudly at night, Timon the toad and Lila the dragonfly return to the Lily Pond. They discover that the frogs sing to attract partners and keep their home in balance. They then understand the importance of every croak and ribbit in the magical marsh. Soon after, Timon and Lila spot Colin the Mallard‎ (1) Duck dipping his beak into the water, letting his feet splash happily. Curious, they decide to get closer to find out more. They wonder why Colin the Mallard Duck is acting this way.

Timon, curious, asks:
« Colin, what are you doing? »

Colin the Mallard Duck, while still splashing around, explains:
« I am looking for my food. I dip my head under the water. »

Lila, curious, asks:
« Why are you doing that? »

Colin the Mallard Duck, curious, explains: « Mallard ducks eat water plants, small insects, and sometimes small crustaceans‎ (2). We use our beaks to dig in the mud and reeds. We look for worms and larvae‎ (3). »

Timon, curious, asks:
« But why are you doing that? »

Colin the Mallard Duck explains: « That's why we dip our beaks in the water. It helps us find food more easily and stay hidden from predators‎ (4). You see, that's how we spend our time exploring and looking for food. »

Colin the Mallard Duck tells them about a mysterious tunnel he found near his nest, dug under the bank... Who could have made it?

The Mystery of the Tunnel

Timon and Lila are fascinated. They want to know more about this mysterious tunnel. They follow Colin the Mallard Duck near his nest.

Timon, curious, asks:
« It’s a hidden tunnel. Who dug it? »

Colin the Mallard Duck, as he lifts his head, explains: « Mallard ducks love to protect themselves. They use abandoned burrows‎ (5) or natural cavities‎ (6) to rest safely. »

Lila, with a careful look, says:
« That's a good idea. But let's be careful of the dangers. »

They walk carefully. They find paw prints and small pebbles moved. They find clues about the marsh inhabitants.

Colin the Mallard Duck thinks for a moment before saying: « Muskrats‎ (7) dig tunnels too. They are experts at building burrows. »

Curious about the mysterious tunnel, Timon and Lila decide to follow Colin the Mallard Duck to the riverbank. Along the way, they find clues about the marsh inhabitants and learn that muskrats, like Remus, are experts at building burrows. They wonder if Remus could reveal secrets about the hidden tunnel. Timon, with his adventurous spirit, suggests visiting Remus to find out more. Lila, always curious, agrees enthusiastically. Colin, proud of his friends, guides them to the next adventure, ready to uncover the marsh's mysteries together. They know that each discovery brings them closer to the hidden secrets of Wonder Marsh.

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