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Strange Communication Between Ducks

Discussion in 'Ducks' started by Ducky07, Dec 3, 2014.

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  1. Dec 3, 2014 #1
    Ducky07

    Ducky07 In the Brooder

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    Hello!

    I have 3 Jumbo Pekin Ducks and 2 Cayuga ducks. All females except the one Pekin.
    When I am approaching their enclosure they give several loud quacks. Occasionally along with these quacks they make a loud pitched noise. It sounds like a small dog yipping. What coud these ducks be trying to convey?
     
  2. Dec 3, 2014 #2
    buff goose guy

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    There giving a warning or announcing something
     
  3. Dec 3, 2014 #3
    Miss Lydia

    Miss Lydia Loving this country life Premium Member 8 Years

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    Maybe they are excited to see you, do they act afraid? if not I'd say excitement.
     
  4. Dec 3, 2014 #4
    tdd2

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    ...perhaps they are secretly planning a take over? ;)

    My ducks always get excited when they see me approaching (being the bearer of peas that I am, they are probably anticipating my bringing treats!)

    And I also have one that occasionally sounds like a little dog barking - one of my WH females....I wouldn't worry too much.

    Cheers'

    Dan
     

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