What Does a Duck Need

They need water to keep their eyes, bills, feet and feathers in good condition. The water should be deep enough for them to stick their whole head into and to wash their body. The water container needs to have a shallow edge so that the ducks can get out again easily if they happen to climb in.

What do you need for a pet duck?

Ducks need an outdoor habitat such as a fenced yard or farmland. Duck are at home on the water so providing a small pond is ideal. Provide shelter from the weather and safety from predators. Clean water and nutritious food need to be provided daily.

Is it legal to own a pet duck?

It is legal to OWN ducks in the United States, but if you live in a city or town that is not zoned for “livestock,” you cannot keep the ducks on your property without risking civil penalties (fines). Most cities and suburbs have zoning regulations to prohibit people from keeping “farm animals” within the city limits.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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