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Mating between duck siblings (or incest) is completely safe in ducks so long as it does not repeat over many generations. While the act is… Read More »Does Inbreeding Matter With Ducks?

Being territorial in nature, they often become aggressive towards people and pets as well. When a perceived threat approaches the group, the ducks freeze and… Read More »Can A Muscovy Duck Hurt You?

Muscovies can get frostbite, especially on their caruncles, which is why shelter is more important for them versus mallard type ducks who would often prefer… Read More »Can Muscovy Ducks Stay Outside In Winter?

An occasional one may take off and end up outside the pen. We had to build some small pens to keep drakes away from new… Read More »Do Muscovy Ducks Need Water To Swim In?

Why are muscovy ducks so awesome? Let me count the ways… They’re quiet and friendly, they hunt flies (seriously), are hardy in all weathers, and… Read More »What Is A Muscovy Duck Good For?

Muscovy Ducks are usually silent. Females give a quiet quack or croak when frightened and a soft shrill call to communicate with ducklings. Males hiss… Read More »Why Do Muscovy Ducks Hiss?

Muscovy Duck Control and Management In any case, Muscovy ducks are a protected species under US federal law and only licensed professionals are allowed to… Read More »Are Muscovy Ducks Protected In Alabama?

Muscovy ducks are considered an invasive species, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Jamie Feddersen, FWC’s program coordinator for waterfowl and small… Read More »Are Muscovy Ducks Invasive In Florida?

Muscovy ducks can fly and don’t quack. Technically, while they look like a duck, a gander at their genetics shows the Muscovy is a type… Read More »Are There Ducks That Don’T Quack?

There is much for a Muscovy duck in the garden to feast on, including leaves, berries, lettuce, and other vegetables. They also uproot whole plants… Read More »Will Muscovy Ducks Eat My Garden?