During a late afternoon adventure, a handful of birds flew overhead. No time but to focus and shoot, and hope all ends well. Even without the characteristic green head, I still think it’s a mallard duck.

Nikon D800, Nikkor AF-S 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, 300mm, ISO 640, f/8.0, 1/2,000s
The beak may suggest a shoveler.
Thanks. I think you are right.