I hovered so much over my ducklings the first year and a half, I think my beloved thought I had lost my mind. (He may have been right!) But we got through that time, and yes I love these critters.
So, congratulations on being a concerned duck caregiver, because I believe your ducks will...
Oh, Missy60,
I had a mental misfire. I was about to respond to your post, and my little brain did indeed launch to another situation. Well, hurray that you have not lost one! Mercy. I do mean to apologize, though, for sometimes being so intent on problem solving that I fail to communicate...
There are unexplainable deaths with ducks, though we try to know the cause to prevent future loss.
Sad to hear of her passing. I don't always express my sorrow before launching into forensic investigation mode. I don't mean to be callous.
She may have had a weak immune system that...
They may be sleeping in, or they may be run down and feeling puny.
I cannot remember what you are feeding them. Did they go into an area yesterday that may have had poisonous plants or yucky water? Keep an eye on them, give them vitamins and lots of fresh water.
Do they have a clean swim area?