I have a couple of Mallards that frequent my pool. They have made this a favorite stop. I love to see them, but I'm worried about them drinking chems.in the water. Could they get enough to harm them?
Their beauty, many others ducks are prettier but there’s just something about the Mallard, guess they speak to my inner child.
· Do you own them for fun? Breeding? Some other purpose?
For fun, they are the most unique pet. Not sure who owns who. Most days they spend daytime hours inside. If I grab a nap, one will sleep on my chest along with me. On a towel or in diapers.... The duck, not me silly!
· What are your favorite characteristics about this breed?
I simply love their complex personalities. They can be loving, happy, angry, stubborn, curious, aloof, and shy; all within a few minuets time.
· Post some pics of your birds; male/female, chicks, eggs, etc!
I have posted several, one was an image of Mr. Peepers that you've reposted in your thread. I’ll post a few more now...
In the past I have always clarified myself when talking with folks about mallards by spcifeying wild mallards or domestic mallards.I agree that they should be two different breeds.
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