6 Duck Behaviors (Mallards And More)

[@catchow866]

Awesome video! Learned so much today. I have ducks visit my pond every spring only now I understand their behaviours. I'm considering building a nest for them.

[@WorkerBeeSupply]

Thank you for sharing! My partner and I caught this act today on our walk and it was surprising! I've watched enough BBC nature docs to recognize that the head bobbing HAD to be a mating ritual, and then indeed, it was quickly followed by the male getting on top of the female. It was all done so quickly! However, the BEST and most surprising part had to be the "Victory Lap". It was so cute and surprising, seeing this duck stretch out its neck and propel itself in a circle like a boat. It was adorable!! I was googling this behaviour and wanted to learn more about why they did this. I guess it simply is an act of pride!

[@pathdoc60]

Thank you Brian for explaining these behaviors. Well done. Cheers.

[@NatureMentor]

My pleasure, thanks for watching!

[@fleotusbing]

Very cool! I've lately seen a lot of ducks on the Gunpowder River in Joppa, MD, but I don't pay too much attention. I'm looking forward to going back now that I know how to interpret some of their behavior. Fascinating and informative! Great video!

[@NatureMentor]

I'm sure they'll give you some great moments. Thanks for watching!

[@cephon6198]

My personal favourite is the incitement display, where the female tucks her head to the side repeatedly to get her mate to harass another duck