Author: Gerardo Gonzalez

It is illegal to own a wood duck as a pet. They are a protected species, and you cannot harm, harass, or keep them without special federal and state permits. How rare is a wood duck? Wood ducks are not listed as threatened or endangered. Their population declined in the late 19th century, but has […]

If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck. The test implies that a person can identify an unknown subject by observing that subject’s habitual characteristics. It is sometimes used to counter abstruse arguments that something is not what it appears to be. […]

During spring-summer nesting, females pull out many of their down feathers to line their nests, providing extra insulation. The hormonal surges triggered by motherhood also soon cause female ducks to lose their primary feathers as well. How do you tell if your duck is stressed? A duck or goose that is stressed can exhibit mild […]

There is nothing “illegal” about shooting a “sitting” duck or goose whether it be on the water or ground. Some say it’s not sporting that waterfowl hunting is a wing-shooting sport. Can you shoot ducks on the water in Florida? During open seasons, hunting ducks, geese and coots is permitted only on Wednesdays, Saturdays and […]

Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart. Push your hips back, bend your knees, and try to squat until your upper thighs are parallel to the floor, extending your arms out in front of you for balance. Keep your chest up, your weight on your heels, and your eyes straight ahead. How do you do […]

“We’re not actually calling you a Mallard, in fact it’s believed that ‘duck’ comes from the Saxon word ‘ducas’ which was meant as a term of respect and leadership. So when we say ‘Ay up duck’ we’re just being respectful.” Why do we say duck under? It’s called a “duck” because it “ducks” or dives […]

If birds are dead and not eaten but are missing their heads, the predator may be a raccoon, a hawk, or an owl. Raccoons sometimes pull a bird’s head through the wires of an enclosure and then can eat only the head, leaving the majority of the body behind. What predator eats only the head? […]

While the cause of duck feet can be hereditary in some cases or a rare holdover from childhood, for most people this abnormal gait develops as a compensation for an injury, lack of muscle strength in key areas of the foot and legs, or poor posture. What causes being duck footed? Out-toeing, or being duck-footed, […]

Duck walks work your thighs, buttocks and the muscles of your legs, strengthening your lower body and improving your functionality. PLUS, it’s great for reducing calories and burning fats. Is duck walk good for weight loss? Yes, you heard it right. It will not just shape your belly but will also give you a toned […]

Mallards have a rounder head than Wood Ducks and males do not have the ornate head pattern of Wood Ducks. What is another name for a wood duck? The wood duck or Carolina duck (Aix sponsa) is a species of perching duck found in North America. The drake wood duck is one of the most […]

Ideal Conditions for Duck Mating They don’t necessarily need a body of water to mate, but it does make it easier for them. The body of water should be big enough for the birds to fit inside. If nothing is readily available, you can try a kiddie pool or a watering trough. Do ducks need […]

As long as you leave your windows open a crack so the ducky can breathe, they are usually ok – IF there’s some shade. BEWARE leaving too much space, something flew in my car window and… What does rubber duck on dashboard mean? Some found Jeep Ducking, when you find another Jeep in the wild, […]