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Post by princessparrot on Jul 26, 2012 15:54:07 GMT 10
theres this pacific black duck that lives down near my coast house that only has one leg.
it looks more like its been attacked, cause it's also missing part of its wing. i noticed it about two months ago and it seems to be ok, but i still feel sorry for it.
it's always hanging around with the same other duck and stuff, and sitting nestled on the ground (i don't blame it!)
i do like to keep an eye on it, but should i be concerned?
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Post by avinet on Jul 27, 2012 9:59:06 GMT 10
How long have you been seeing the duck? Does it seem to be coping OK with it's disabilities? If it seems to be struggling then it might be worth contacting the local wildlife rescue group and see if they have someone who can give it care and a safe home.
Sounds like it has come off second best with a dog.
cheers,
Mike
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Post by princessparrot on Jul 27, 2012 13:41:31 GMT 10
we noticed him about two months ago and when we did his leg had abit of blood on it(not surprised), he seems to be ok but he falls over while he's hopping around and stuff. he can fly short distances but not for long. i think I'm mainly concerned about how well he could swim, and whether he would be an easy target for like another dog or something.  |
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Post by avinet on Jul 27, 2012 22:04:21 GMT 10
It may be worth having a talk to your local wildlife rescue people to see if they have any waterfowl people on their lists who can come and have a look at it.
cheers,
Mike
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Post by meandem on Aug 1, 2012 13:25:31 GMT 10
I would try and contact your local carers for wildlife. Even if they just keep an eye on it to make sure it is doing the "norm". I live in a place where there are many different types of birds, being water birds and every other sort. We have a few "one legged" birds, and also have some with a club foot. They all seem to forage and do every thing as normal. Just the landings are always a little to be desired. They usually land a lot heavier than the other birds, but on the whole, I think they cope quite well. Hope the ducky is doing the same  |
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Post by princessparrot on Aug 9, 2012 22:22:03 GMT 10
I would try and contact your local carers for wildlife. Even if they just keep an eye on it to make sure it is doing the "norm". I live in a place where there are many different types of birds, being water birds and every other sort. We have a few "one legged" birds, and also have some with a club foot. They all seem to forage and do every thing as normal. Just the landings are always a little to be desired. They usually land a lot heavier than the other birds, but on the whole, I think they cope quite well. Hope the ducky is doing the same i have been keeping an eye on him, he seems to be going well and stuff, just tumbling over occasionally. the dam is just across from my place so i keep an eye on him |
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Post by meandem on Aug 10, 2012 8:06:32 GMT 10
I would try and contact your local carers for wildlife. Even if they just keep an eye on it to make sure it is doing the "norm". I live in a place where there are many different types of birds, being water birds and every other sort. We have a few "one legged" birds, and also have some with a club foot. They all seem to forage and do every thing as normal. Just the landings are always a little to be desired. They usually land a lot heavier than the other birds, but on the whole, I think they cope quite well. Hope the ducky is doing the same i have been keeping an eye on him, he seems to be going well and stuff, just tumbling over occasionally. the dam is just across from my place so i keep an eye on him This place I live at is a dam - it holds three times the amount more than Sydney Harbour, it is a large amount of water. And I wish I could monitor all the birds and animals, but it is a little difficult. Great to hear he is going well. So nice to have a special angel watching over him. There should be more people like you. |
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