Yellow bump on duckling's back

[Susanjoans]

Hi - have a 5 week old muscovy duckling who has something on her back, closer to her tail than the base of her neck, that looks almost exactly like a kernel of corn. Anyone know what this is? Should I be concerned?

New to the site - now that we have the muscovy we're getting another, as I've purchased a great coop from a local carpenter, and will eventually be getting some chickens as well.

Love reading about others' muscovies! they are amazing

 

[DuckLady]

That's the oil gland. Nothing to worry about! It will be covered by feathers as she gets older.

 

[Susanjoans]

Oh thank you! I guess that's why she rubs her beak on it when she's grooming herself . . .?