Duck, Interrupted

Ever since I caught the attention of a rogue female Mallard in the scratch ground a few weeks, I have been on high alert for these pesky characters.  You see, last year we had a multi-day problem with a pair of Mallards during nesting season.  I was convinced the ducks were plotting a camp-out in our yard and I'll have nothing to do with that!  Perhaps the female has visited but at least so far she has not been in my sight.  Yes, ducks are as bad as grackles, and I intend to interrupt any plans they make for our property.  Sorry, ducks.  Stick to the pond down the road!