It has been a busy few weeks for waterfowl rescue organisation Swan Support.
The organisation said it has been "especially busy" in Caversham, carrying out a number of rescues.
One such incident involved collaborating with the fire service to safely move some ducklings from a rather high spot.
"Ducks are well known for choosing some very unusual nesting sites," Swan Support said, "including top-floor balconies..."
The organisation shared photos that showed firefighters using a long ladder to scale the side of a building, and later posing with the ducklings held safely in their hands.
Swan Support said they also rushed "quicker than a hydration break in a World Cup match" to rescue a swan that had "found himself in a sticky situation down at the Promenade".
They noted they had found lots of corn on the bank, and said while it is great people want to feed the swans, it is better to leave food in the water so the waterfowl are not lured within reach of dogs, cyclists, and traffic.
Swan Support also asked anyone visiting the Promenade to please keep the gate at the slipway shut to prevent swans from wandering into danger.
Another recent rescue, the organisation said, involved a male swan that had "become entangled in fishing line near the weir".
A different swan also had to be rescued after it "crash-landed" on Caversham Bridge.
"This is actually a fairly common occurrence," Swan Support said, "and something we're regularly called out to."
The rescue organisation said the volunteer who covers the Caversham area has been doing so for over 22 years, and has built up "an incredible network of supporters who never hesitate to call when a bird needs help".
They thanked the public for helping them keep Caversham's waterfowl safe: "To everyone who keeps an eye out, makes that phone call, offers assistance or simply supports our work, thank you.
"You're continued vigilance, kindness and support make a real difference."
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