Muskrat , Beaver shake, Monarch & another Mallard family

This muskrat shows a definite preference for Yellow Waterlilies

 

Note the bare stems after its finished dining

Monarch on Lilacs

And here is a beaver in mid shake. Just came out of the water at the dam.Fur on end and water spray everywhere.
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Goofy look on its face wot?

Lastly, this is another mallard family of 10 ducklings. Several days younger than the previously posted group. These are too young  yet  to venture forth in search of bugs and stay very close to mother. But 2 are lagging behind.