Duluth Firefighters Swoop In To Save Ducklings In Distress
It seems we have more firefighters rescuing baby birds than we do cats in trees these days. The Duluth Fire Department shared some heartwarming photos of their firefighters rescuing ducklings in Duluth.
Ducklings Rescued May 23rd
The rescue happened on Sunday, May 25th. A person noticed a duck pacing back and forth near a sewer grate. They were concerned that the mama duck could be hit by a car while she was in distress about her babies being stuck.
The Duluth Fire Department responded and was able to rescue the 9 ducklings from the sewer, and they were reunited with their mother. Hopefully, this doesn't happen again!
Don't they look adorable?
Goslings Rescued In Cloquet On May 22nd
This rescue comes just days after goslings were saved in Cloquet, Minnesota. The goslings were stuck between the rails of the train tracks. They couldn't get over, and the mother goose was panicking in that situation as well. Fortunately, the call came in, and Cloquet Area Fire District responded.
Read More: Cloquet Area Fire District Rescues Baby Geese
Busy Time Of Year For Young Birds
It's no coincidence that we are seeing ducklings and goslings in past days. Most waterfowl species in Minnesota start nesting during late April and early May. Canadian Geese nest earlier, from late March to early April.
It takes a while for the baby birds to fly. For example, when Mallards hatch, it takes them 49 to 60 days to learn to fly. It's up to mom to keep them safe from predators until then, and safe from obstacles they might get stuck in. Thanks to our local fire departments for helping the little ones.
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Gallery Credit: Dom DiFurio & Jacob Osborn
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