mallard nest in my yard - Ask Extension
My dog discovered a mallard next under bushes in my yard. There was one egg yesterday, today there are two? Not sure what to do. We definitely have...
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mallard nest in my yard #869054
Asked May 18, 2024, 7:04 PM EDT
My dog discovered a mallard next under bushes in my yard. There was one egg yesterday, today there are two? Not sure what to do. We definitely have a pair of mallards wandering around the yards in my neighborhood. I am concerned because my dog spends a lot of time outside.
New Castle County Delaware
Expert Response
The duck, nest, and eggs are federally protected so it is illegal to touch the nest. Here is a link to information from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service. https://www.fws.gov/story/ducks-your-pool#:~:text=It%20is%20illegal%20for%20any,U.S.%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service.
