Why It's Better Not to Feed Ducks Bread
Feeding ducks in the park is a popular activity for young and old. Bread is often chosen because it is easily available. Unfortunately, this practice is harmful to both the ducks and their environment. In this blog post, I'll explain why feeding ducks bread is better avoided and what you can do instead.
Unhealthy Food
Bread, especially white bread, is to ducks what junk food is to humans. It contains few nutrients that ducks need to stay healthy. The high salt content can harm their health, and a diet that consists primarily of bread can lead to malnutrition and diseases such as angel growth (a condition that causes deformation of the wings).
Pollution and Mold
Bread that is not eaten can end up in the water and become moldy. This attracts rats and other pests, which can spread diseases. In addition, mold in the water causes algae blooms, which reduces the oxygen content in the water and affects the water quality. This can be harmful to the entire pond ecology.
