Female Wood Duck
April 5, 2019
The patient of the week is a female Wood Duck that was found stuck in a chimney in North Seattle. Wood Ducks search for and nest in previously excavated cavities. In this region, they often use tree cavities created by Pileated Woodpeckers, but sites are scarce in developed areas. This hen probably mistook the chimney for a potential nest site. Luckily, the homeowner was able to rescue her and bring her to PAWS. For those of you with chimneys, install a chimney cap with mesh side to prevent wildlife entry. Also, consider installing a nest box if you live near water to entice Wood Ducks to safer spots.
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