how to care for a wild duckling

[ThreeOfSeven]

Container is pretty big. The largest I had in the house, and I don't think they come much bigger. It's so old, the bottom is cracked, but that is working to be a plus because a lot of the spilled water is draining out.

In 2nd picture, I removed the crumbles, so they could have more room. They weren't really eating it, and I think they would prefer the mush.

ADDED: DH is bringing home duckling crumbles. I'm also going to make a mix of hard boiled eggs and mealy worms, finely smashed, and try that with them.

 

[ThreeOfSeven]

Bath time. Some drank. Water was tepid and shallow, and they were only in there for a short time. Most were preening when they went back into the box. I'm considering anything normal to be a good sign. <smile>

 

[thumper650]

Going through the same thing, but I've only got one.

 

[ThreeOfSeven]

Going through the same thing, but I've only got one.

I re-posted on Duck forum. Have updates and even posted a video this morning. We now believe they are wood ducks.

 

[ThreeOfSeven]

Sadly, I lost 4 babies. Here are the remaining 6 wild ducklings enjoying the sunshine.