Drowning is a leading cause of mortality in waterfowl, especially in domestic and captive‑raised ducks. While most people associate “drowning” with humans, the physiological... Continue reading
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Tag: Duck Breeds at Risk
Egg binding in ducks is a serious condition that occurs when a female duck is unable to expel an egg from her reproductive tract.... Continue reading
Ducks (family Anatidae) are among the most prolific poultry species kept for meat, eggs, feathers, and breeding stock. While adult duck health often dominates... Continue reading
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning poses a serious threat to duck health, particularly when exposure occurs in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces. Carbon monoxide is... Continue reading
Mercury poisoning in ducks is a critical environmental and health issue that affects both wild and domestic waterfowl. Mercury, a toxic heavy metal, accumulates... Continue reading
Lead poisoning remains one of the most insidious, preventable, and widely reported causes of morbidity and mortality in both wild and domestic waterfowl. While... Continue reading
Coccidiosis is one of the most economically important parasitic diseases affecting waterfowl worldwide. In ducks, infection by Eimeria spp. can range from sub‑clinical, production‑limiting... Continue reading
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is a viral infection caused by orthomyxoviruses of the Influenzavirus A type. These viruses are classified into... Continue reading