Recent content by Gblandon

Thank you ALL so much for the advice and the thoughtful condolences. I did end up burying her in a corner of the yard. Will be sowing a seed packet of forget-me-nots on the spot later today. She was our first duck and I never imagined I'd get so emotional about losing one. It all happened in...

Lost my first duck today. Just found her. She was only 2 months old and part of a group of 4. Three remain, seemingly healthy and fine. Almost certain it was an intestinal blockage based on what I've read about her symptoms over the last 36 hours. I live in a traditional 1/4 acre lot suburban...

Thanks, TWLR. Gainesville, FL here. Quick follow-up: When people say that their water is green, does that also involve a bad smell?

Starting out as a new duck owner I am wondering if a pond must be in direct sunlight or if it can be in shade? I will be building a biofilter pond and duck run inspired from the many great ideas and suggestions on this forum but haven't seen much about light requirements. Thanks! For the record...