How to care for a baby wood duck

Wood ducks are colorful, brightly marked waterfowl that frequent wetlands, swamps, marshes and lakes.They are one of only a handful of north american ducks that build their nests in trees.Soon after hatching, the ducklings jump down from the nest and make their way to the water, guided by the mother duck's calls.A baby wood duck that has been orphaned needs to be cared for by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator.Your task will be to keep the duckling warm, clean and well-Fed until you can get it safely delivered into the hands of experts.

Step 1

Evaluate the baby duck's condition and circumstances before touching it or trying to remove it from its environment.If it is peeping loudly and running about vigorously, leave it where it is unless you know for certain that the mother has been killed.The mother is probably in the vicinity and is only waiting for your departure to approach the baby.Leave the area for ... Read more »