A humane backyard is a safe haven for wildlife—a space where animals can thrive free from pesticides, trapping and other threats.
Ducks are social birds who live in waterways such as ponds and streams, with a maximum lifespan of about 20 years.
The Humane Society of the United States works with community leaders and animal care and control agencies to create Wild Neighbors communities, where humane and non-lethal solutions are given priority.
