Duck Curly Tail Feathers Gone?

[CluckyJay]

My "drake" runner duck--his tail curls are now gone. "He" quacks (quietly) and I didn't see a you-know-what when I vented "him". It had the curly feathers on the tail and now nothing, LOL. Its like they just disappeared overnight.

I haven't seen it trying to get my hens either. I ended up with another dang hen, didn't I?

When I first got it I thought it was a hen because it was quacking but it had the male tail feathers. My hands were really shaky today, so its possible I didn't press hard enough to get the you-know-what to extend. I was afraid I'd hurt it.

Not the best picture but what do you think? I will get better shots tomorrow. i'll try and get a vent shot, if my hands cooperate.

I have never had runner ducks before so know, NOT MUCH! lol Its feathers are so stunning though--like a hummingbird the colors in them. Does it look hatchery quality? I got it from a lady in town and she has no idea about it.

You can see part of the curly feather on the tail.




thanks guys.

 

[sourland]

He's a drake. Most likely molting and will regrow his curl. The bill color plus slight curl are what I base my opinion upon.

 

[PetesMom]

His drake feather could have gotten plucked also....

 

[CelticOaksFarm]

When they molt the curl vanishes, it will regrowth with the new feathers. This will be repeated with each molt.

 

[CluckyJay]

Thank you guys! My friend is one her way with some buddies for him now, LOL.

 

[CluckyJay]

 

[Miss Lydia]

Precious!!

 

[CluckyJay]

Thanks. I just put them in their miniature tractor, LOL.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Thanks. I just put them in their miniature tractor, LOL.

Well now we need a picture of that.