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Tim Norton's avatar

I like the mallard tradition but this came out of people at the very top of society having nothing else to do. These are the fruits of smirking exclusion.

Bob Dolgan's avatar

Sure. I don't know about British college life, but it reminds me of some of the traditions in U.S. colleges, I guess Skull and Bones is an example. Often exclusionary, often all-male, wealthy, etc.

Tim Norton's avatar

Interesting piece and I really enjoyed it.

Nathaniel Bowler's avatar

What an odd, interesting story about the Oxford Mallard :)

Will be hanging with the woodcocks this weekend!

Bluebird's avatar

Great story! Saw my first lawn robin last week and heard my first woodcock last night (Eastern Massachusetts), right on schedule.

Bob Dolgan's avatar

The robins are singing this morning, first time in 2025!