Category: Duck Facts
Why Ducks Preen
Preening is feather care. A duck uses its bill to clean, align, and maintain its feathers so they continue doing their jobs. Why it matters Well-maintained feathers help insulate a duck, support flight, and keep the feather layer in good condition around water. During preening, a duck carefully works through different parts of its plumage—often…
Dabblers, Divers, and Sea Ducks
You can make the duck world easier to understand by starting with how and where ducks feed. Dabbling ducks Dabblers usually feed at the surface or tip forward—tail in the air—to reach plants and small animals below. Mallards and gadwalls are familiar examples. Diving ducks Divers submerge to find aquatic plants and animals. Their bodies…
What Goes on a Cruise Duck Tag?
A good tag tells the finder what the duck is, what they may do with it, and how to share the adventure—without revealing private information. A simple tag can include “You found a cruise duck!” “Keep me or hide me again.” The ship and sailing month, if desired. A website, hashtag, or public group. A…
Cruise Duck Hiding Etiquette
A thoughtful hiding place makes the game fun for passengers and respectful of the crew. Good hiding habits Use public areas where passengers are permitted. Choose a visible, dry, stable spot. Keep ducks away from food service areas, pools, hot tubs, restrooms, shops, emergency equipment, and crew-only spaces. Never place a duck where someone could…
What Are Cruise Ducks?
Cruise ducks are small rubber ducks hidden aboard a cruise ship for other passengers to discover. Many wear a tag that explains the game and invites the finder to keep the duck or hide it again. The basic idea Choose a clean, family-friendly duck. Add a simple tag. Hide it in an allowed, easy-to-see public…