What does it mean when a duck shakes? Whether they’re excited, wet, ill, or just shaking feathers for the females, there is a reason behind your ducks shivering. You should always make sure you know what’s going on with your ducks especially if you notice any sort of odd behavior. Let’s learn more about why […]
If you’ve ever seen ducks wading on the surface of a pond, you’ve probably wondered, “how fast can ducks swim?” Above and under the water, the fastest ducks can swim at 4 to 6mph. The average speed is between less than 1mph and 3mph. Read on to learn everything there is to know about swimming […]
Duck owners might know a lot about their ducks, but one thing that people might wonder about is: do ducks have teeth. Ducks are really great to keep as backyard pets or for eggs. However, a lot of us don’t know about certain things like how they eat or if they have teeth. Let’s dive […]
While many foods are suitable for ducks, it’s important to know which ones are good for them and which to avoid, so can ducks eat peanuts? Many duck keepers wonder if peanuts are safe for their birds to eat because they want to provide their ducks with a healthier and more diverse diet. Let’s dive […]
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 […]