Toddler Feeding Ducks in Lagos Old Quarter Pond

Golden late afternoon light reflects off the rippling surface of a small pond in Lagos, illuminating a toddler standing at the water's edge. The child, wearing a light cotton tunic, holds a handful of bread crumbs while ducks gather in the shallows. Raindrops create concentric ripples across the dark water, catching the sun in fleeting sparkles. The background reveals weathered brick walls and hanging electrical wires typical of the old quarter, softened by the brief sun shower. Wet pavement reflects the child's silhouette and the green leaves of nearby potted plants. A duck tilts its head upward, beak open, waiting for the next offering. The water's surface shimmers with scattered light where the rain breaks the reflection of the sky.