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Ducks eat a wide variety of foods and like to look for food on their own depending on their habitat, but do ducks eat fish? Let’s dive in to answer the question of if ducks eat fish and also take a look at what else they consume. Do Ducks Eat Fish? Small fish make up […]

Waterfowl, like many other animals, create pair bonds with those of the opposite sex so that they can have offspring, but do ducks mate for life? The mating habits of waterfowl are extremely diverse. While some animals remain mated for life, others spend considerable time and energy each year building new pair connections. Let’s dive […]

If you notice your duck losing feathers then you might be wondering “why is my duck losing feathers?” Ducks losing feathers isn’t usually a cause for concern. It’s normal for ducks to lose feathers when they molt. However, if losing feathers is accompanied by incessant pecking, bleeding, and irritation, it could be a sign of […]

Because of the potential for sickness, the presence of insects, and the overall discomfort that comes with sleeping on wet bedding, you should do everything you can to keep your ducks as dry as possible. Since ducks spend so much time near water, it’s only natural that they would bring some of that moisture with […]

Ducks can be feeble animals, and unfortunately, injuries can happen within the flock, by accident, or through intentional injury from a predator. Whether you’ve found a wild duck with a hurt leg or one of your own has a broken leg, we’ll share all you need to know about how to help a duck with […]

You probably already know that baby chickens are called “chicks”, but what are baby ducks called? Are baby ducks called chicks, too? Baby ducks are referred to as ducklings, which sounds just as cute as they are – but that’s not all they’re called. We’ll explore the different names of baby ducks and all about […]

At first glance, ducks may seem to be simple animals that don’t do much other than lay eggs, swim, and fly – but ducks are actually intelligent creatures that can be named, trained to perform tricks, follow their owner, and more. The ideal age to start introducing yourself to a duck is around 3 days […]

Clipping your duck’s wings prevents them from flying over fences or flying away from home. If done incorrectly, you could hurt your duck, so it’s important to do it right and be careful while you clip. This guide aims to show you how to clip duck wings in a few easy steps! How to Clip […]

How many legs do ducks have? Do their wings count as legs? Like all other birds, ducks only have 2 legs. Wings are another extremity of ducks, but they’re not considered legs and have different functions. Let’s learn a bit more about ducks by discussing how their legs work! How Many Legs Do Ducks Have? […]