Small duckling being kicked out of the group

[WVduckchick]

No, I have no duck-specific sources in my research, but as far as I know, ducks have the same respiratory features that make chickens and other birds so susceptible to the products of polytetrafluoroethylene-based coatings. You bring up a good point, though! I've been thinking of doing some more in-depth research on avian respiratory symptoms, and a comparison of various species such as ducks and chickens would be a worthwhile addition.

Pretty sure that I've read that smaller birds, like finches, parakeets, etc, are most susceptible, probably because of their size, its going to take less to kill them. But I would definitely be interested in what can be found.. Thanks!

 

[BantyChooks]

Pretty sure that I've read that smaller birds, like finches, parakeets, etc, are most susceptible, probably because of their size, its going to take less to kill them. But I would definitely be interested in what can be found.. Thanks!

Smaller birds, absolutely. They're so sensitive to irritants in general.

 

[johntfs]

I'm sorry you lost the little and I hope the others are doing better.

 

[chickens really]

I'm thinking it was probably down to begin with. Was it bought at a feed store? I know they will put younger birds in with older birds so possibly it was being mistreated and didn't get enough nutrition due to the older ones picking on it. I'm sure the other 3 will be just fine..