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Hi:
Do ducks get fleas or lice? My pet duck is contstanly
scratching and biting for the past 3 days. Could it be
irritation from the pool chemicals.
If I wanted to take the duck to be with other "wild urban
ducks" nearby in Venice, Ca. how would I go about moving
her. She will not let me approach her - she will approach'
me for her meal worms but is very wary of sudden movements.
thank you if you can help. I appreciate it.
LK
Yes, like other birds ducks can get mites, lice and sometimes fleas- I'm not sure whether she could be irritated by the pool chemicals.
Try to herd her into a confined area to catch her or use a big net- I know you don't want to stress her out but the quicker it is done the better.
Thanks for your question.
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