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Temperament: Magpie Ducks are active, fast-moving ducks. They love to forage and do very well on pasture. They are great accompaniments to the garden as… Read More »Can Magpie Ducks Fly?

Whilst all ducks have the ability to fly, certain species are unable or choose not to. For instance, the Falkland Steamerduck is almost flightless, only… Read More »Are Some Ducks Flightless?

Muscovies have sharp claws, which are necessary to defend themselves in the wild, so if your duck doesn’t want to be picked up, he or… Read More »Can Muscovy Ducks Defend Themselves?

Most domestic ducks can’t fly. The exceptions are Muscovy ducks and Bantam breeds. If you don’t have a full aviary to keep them contained and… Read More »Can Muscovy Ducks Fly With Clipped Wings?

Normally, shivering in ducks is caused by low temperatures that are typical in extreme weather conditions. However, when a duck is shivering, there is also… Read More »Why Is My Duck Shaking When I Pet It?

Although most down is removed from ducks and geese during slaughter, birds in breeding flocks and those raised for meat and foie gras may endure… Read More »Do Ducks Get Killed For Down?

Your bird will lose its grip and fall to the bottom of the cage. Often, the body will become stiff and your bird will jerk… Read More »How Do You Tell If A Duck Is Having A Seizure?

The virus causing duck viral enteritis is mainly transmitted by direct contact from infected to susceptible ducks or by indirect contact with a contaminated environment.… Read More »How Do You Get Duck Virus?

Heat stress can result in panting, increased water intake and eventually death. Access to cool, fresh water, ventilation, and adjusted feed schedules can help provide… Read More »Can Ducks Die From Overheating?

Duck virus enteritis (DVE) is a highly contagious disease of waterfowl caused by a herpes virus that causes internal bleeding and severe diarrhea and kills… Read More »What Disease Kills Ducks?