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  1. 03-04-2008 #1
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    Default common eider- S. molissima

    Captured st the living coasts Torquay
    This Common Eider is valued for it's down to make bedding. The duck is not harmed in any way. Down is collected from the nest when the duck is away from it
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    The equipment I use is a Canon 30D with Sigma 50-500mm lens. I also have a garden hide from which I take most of my pictures.

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    Awwww aren't they lovely
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    Yes. They are quite big and beautiful.
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    The equipment I use is a Canon 30D with Sigma 50-500mm lens. I also have a garden hide from which I take most of my pictures.

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    I've never actually seen one before, but at least I'll know what they look like when I do
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    This was taken at Living coasts but they are free to come and go
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