Injured or orphaned ducks
 Ducklings in pool
Provide a ramp for them to leave the water. Keeping the mother and babies together, encourage them to leave by shooing them out. Leave a gate open. Do not attempt to pick up the ducklings for relocation-mom will fly away, often abandoning her young. Do not put food out for them; that will make them stay. |
Ducklings in storm drain
Contact the city, county or appropriate water company. They have access to the tools needed to remove the grate. Fashion a pole with a net to scoop out the babies. When the rescue is complete, release the babies away from the drain. |
Duck or goose wings sticking out to side
Ducks or geese (usually domestic) can have a metabolic bone disease caused by improper diet while young. There is no cure. If they are in an area with adequate food and are not in danger, leave them alone. If they are in danger or are otherwise injured or ill, call animal services (in Contra Costa County call 925-335-8300) for pick up. |
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