An elevated, panoramic view captures a winter scene along a partially frozen body of water in Novoe Devyatkino, Russia

An elevated, panoramic view captures a winter scene along a partially frozen body of water in Novoe Devyatkino, Russia. The left side of the frame features a snow-covered bank, transitioning to a thin strip of ice at the water's edge. Approximately six dark-colored ducks are positioned on this snowy and icy bank, with one duck prominent in the foreground. The right side of the image consists of dark, unfrozen water, exhibiting surface ripples and reflections. An additional six to seven dark-colored ducks are observed swimming or floating in this open water. Bare tree branches, indicative of winter, extend into the upper left portion of the frame and cast shadows diagonally across the snow-covered bank. Direct sunlight illuminates sections of the snow and water, creating distinct shadows.