Thanks, everyone! I'm pretty sure the Wood Duck is sitting on a branch that's just sticking out of the water. There was a turtle doing the same thing and from my angle it looked like he could walk on water - Jesus Turtle!
There are plenty of downed trees and limbs that could make you think they are alligators down here. But then there are also a lot of alligators, too. Let's just say, it made me super glad I didn't choose the kayaking trip. Like I can kayak, anyway.