3Chickens and 1 ducks gone.

[Rosiecheeks]

So today around 8:30 am I went outside and noticed my one duck all by herself.
I have / had 2 ducks and 3 chickens and these ducks never go anywhere by themselves, they are always together. So I was worried, I looked all over
For the rest
Of the flock and found nothing but feathers! They are free range. I can't help but think what could come and take 4 birds that quick without nobody noticing. No blood no body parts just feathers. I live on a small 3/4 acre in California. My mom seems to thing someone came in my yard and took them to eat
For Christmas but I think that's kind of far fetched. Has anyone had that many birds disappear without a trace just a small amount of feathers?
Now I have one lonely duck left, she definitely doesn't want to be alone.
Thinking I might have to get her a buddy.

 

[BlueBaby]

I keep mine locked up so nothing can get them.

 

[Millie Molly.Chooks]

So sorry to hear about your chickens and duck! Maybe some wild dogs got them??? Seems a bit unusual to have that many birds go at once especially if there are no blood signs.

 

[Clarity1210]

So sorry for your loss! I imagine predators (the animal variety) are the culprits.（If you visit the section on predators you'll learn a lot about other people's experiences with predators.）i'm sure your duck is lonely - poor little thing!

 

[Rosiecheeks]

So sorry to hear about your chickens and duck! Maybe some wild dogs got them??? Seems a bit unusual to have that many birds go at once especially if there are no blood signs.

Right o thought was it is a bit unusual too to Lose 4 birds in maybe a couple hours.

 

[Zoomie]

Could easily be a fox; maybe a dog or a coyote. They snatch and run, and since there are more birds they will come back... in particular, foxes. They stash for later and come back for more. The solution is a good strong run that predators can't get in to.

Really sorry for your loss, that is so sad. Also, welcome to BYC, hope you stick around!