Mites on duck?

[KaleIAm]

What about the balding around the eye? What could that be? It seems like it’s only one side

Mating?

 

[Isaac 0]

What about the balding around the eye? What could that be? It seems like it’s only one side

Likely mating. In the first picture I can see balding on the back of the head which is a good sign the males are after her. In addition to the head/neck, they will attack the eyes.

 

[Artoflife90]

Likely mating. In the first picture I can see balding on the back of the head which is a good sign the males are after her. In addition to the head/neck, they will attack the eyes.
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Good to know, I will keep a close eye on her!