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Ducks are social creatures and often form close bonds with other ducks. They can be seen swimming together in flocks, sharing food and grooming each other's feathers. Ducks also show affection for their mates and offspring, with males often providing protection for females and chicks. Some species, like the mallard, have even been known to adopt and care for orphaned chicks from other nests!
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Ducks are great swimmers:Ducks are adapted for life on the water. They have webbed feet that help them swim and dive, and their waterproof feathers keep them dry and warm. Ducks can even control the amount of air trapped in their feathers to help them float or dive deeper. Some species of ducks can dive as deep as 40 feet (12 meters) to search for food! |
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Ducks have a unique way of feeding:Ducks have a special adaptation called a "lamellate" beak. This means their beaks have small, comb-like structures along the edges that help them filter food from the water. They use their beaks to scoop up mud and water, then filter out small plants, insects, and other food particles. Some ducks, like the northern shoveler, have particularly large lamellae that help them strain food from the water more efficiently. |
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Children's Story: The Ugly Duckling
After reading through this page, what cool facts have we learned about ducks?
- Ducks are social creatures
- Ducks are great swimmers
- Ducks have a unique way of feeding