Duck

Ducks naturally have wetter droppings than chickens, so having an absorbent litter in the duck house is mandatory. Depending on how much time the ducks… Read More »Are Ducks Or Chickens Cleaner?

Birds pick up oil on their beaks, by rubbing against the uropygial or preen gland near the tail, and then rub it over their feathers.… Read More »Can Feathers Absorb Water?

Most birds are mostly waterproof. Their feathers, combined with oil from preen glands, keep them pretty watertight. Are feathers of birds waterproof? While the waxy… Read More »Do All Birds Have Waterproof Feathers?

The feathers of penguins prevent water from penetrating to the skin due to their stiff, tightly packed structure. Which animal have waterproof feathers? They have… Read More »What Animals Feathers Are Waterproof?

Often flocks with other goose species like these Cackling Geese. The brown neck color, pink-orange bill, and orange legs help this distinctive goose stand out… Read More »Do Geese Have Orange Feet?

Forced copulations are “pervasively common in many species of ducks,” writes Prum. These are socially organized “gang rapes” that are “violent, ugly, dangerous and even… Read More »Is Duck Mating Violent?

The treatment for waddling gait will depend on the cause. Other treatment options are: Canes and walkers for balance. Physical therapy to help with strength,… Read More »How Do I Stop Waddling When Walking?

approximately 12 months. The standard answer is approximately 12 months. In other words, the average bird goes through some sort of moult at least once… Read More »How Long Does It Take For Plucked Feathers To Grow Back?

Feather growth can be artificially stimulated by making sure your bird has the right exposure to sunlight. If natural light is unavailable, exposing your bird… Read More »What Promotes Feather Growth?

A bird’s feathers have no nerve endings, so birds can’t necessarily feel when a feather is damaged or compromised—even if the bird’s survival depends on… Read More »Do Birds Feel Pain In Their Feathers?