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MEGHAN Markle was left shocked as a flock of unexpected guests crossed the road near her £12million mansion.

The Duchess of Sussex, 43, uploaded a video after witnessing some ducks emerging from the woodland while she was out in Montecito on Easter Sunday.

Woman in white dress watching ducklings walk by.
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Meghan Markle uploaded a video after spotting some ducklings crossing the road near her home in MontecitoCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
Woman in white dress reacting to a mother duck and ducklings crossing a path.
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Meghan couldn't contain her excitement at the adorable Easter sightingCredit: Instagram
Mother duck leading ducklings across a paved path.
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The clip was shared on her Instagram account, which she launched this yearCredit: Instagram

The adorable clip showed a duck with seven sweet ducklings following behind.

Meghan added the caption “an Easter weekend surprise”, and said “Wishing you a Happy Easter full of love… and surprises!”

Looking stylish in a sleeveless white midi dress and waist belt, mum-of-two Meghan covered her mouth in surprise.

Typically the royal family celebrate Easter by attending a Sunday service at St George’s Chapel.

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While this year’s event was celebrated by King Charles and Prince Andrew, the Prince and Princess of Wales skipped it this year to spend the weekend in Norfolk with their kids.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down as senior working royals in 2020 and now live in a £12million home in California with their two kids.

King Charles has reportedly only met Princess Lilibet once, during Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee in 2022, and has seen Archie just a handful of times.

The last time Meghan visited the UK was the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022.

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During the trip, Meghan did a walkabout with Prince William, Prince Harry and Princess Kate outside Windsor Castle.

The Duke of Sussex, 40, was in London last week for his legal appeal to keep his 24-hour security which was removed after Megxit.

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This comes as Meghan has had a busy year so far, launching her As Ever products, which include £11 jam and £22 honey, and starting her new podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder.

After her first product launch was a sell out success, Meghan was pictured prepping for her second batch.

Meghan posed for a selfie with New York-based fashion cameraman Jake Rosenberg as they shot content for the brand.

Aerial view of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Montecito mansion.
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The ducks are thought to have been spotted near their £12million Montecito mansionCredit: BackGrid
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle speaking at an event.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex relocated to California in 2020Credit: Getty
Meghan Markle at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles Gala in a red dress.
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This comes as Meghan has launched her new lifestyle brand As EverCredit: Getty
Product shot of As ever brand food items.
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As Ever includes a number of home items, including £22 honey and £11 jamCredit: As Ever

Jack gushed: “Always a beautiful day shooting with @Meghan @AsEverOfficial”.

Last year, Meghan flew the professional photographer from New York to take glamorous shots of Archie and Lilibet.

According to the , the pro snapper “took a series of pictures of Meghan on her own, cooking, and her with the children.”

Black and white photo of Meghan Markle and photographer Jake Rosenberg.
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Meghan posed for a selfie with New York-based fashion cameraman Jake Rosenberg as they shot content for the brandCredit: Jake Rosenberg/Instagram

Meghan Markle's ventures after stepping down as a working royal

THE Duchess of Sussex has kept busy since stepping down as a senior working royal in 2020 and relocating to California. Here are some of her business ventures...

  • Archewell Foundation – A nonprofit supporting charitable initiatives.
  • Netflix Deal – Producing content like Harry & Meghan and With Love, Meghan.
  • Archetypes Podcast – Former Spotify show on female stereotypes.
  • Clevr Blends – Investment in a women-owned wellness latte brand.
  • Cesta Collective – Minority stake in a handbag brand supporting Rwandan artisans.
  • As Ever – Previously known as American Riviera Orchard lifestyle brand selling jam.
  • ShopMy Page – Online store featuring her curated fashion and beauty items.
  • New Podcast – Confessions of a Female Founder focusing on entrepreneurship.
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