Date: 3/11/25 5:32 am From: David K. Bean <dkbeanlaw...> Subject: RE: [Arlington Birds] Mallards diving????
Like you, I was surprised to see these buoyant animals going under for so long. I watched them do this at Menotomy Rocks one spring and finally decided they were diving for waterlogged acorns. Since then, when the acorns are fresh in the fall, I peel them with my pocket knife and feed the meats to the ducks. Many of them love it, but some don’t seem to realize it’s food. I guess they’re spoiled for Wonder Bread.
David Bean
From: <arlingtonbirds...> [mailto:<arlingtonbirds...>] On Behalf Of Steve Rothman
Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 8:20 AM
To: Arlington Birds <arlingtonbirds...>
Subject: [Arlington Birds] Mallards diving????
On Sunday afternoon at Horn Pond standing on a bridge I was very surprised to see a group of Mallards diving fully under the water. Just for 2 or 3 seconds, but completely below the surface. The internet tells me this is unusual but not unheard of. I had certainly never heard of it! Here’s a little movie clip:
