WITH spring getting into full swing residents across the region have been urged not to feed bread to ducks as it is not good for their health.
The advice comes from the Canal and River Trust, a charity which cares for more than 2,000 miles of waterways in England and Wales.
As well as increasing ducks’ waistlines, the uneaten soggy bread can cause a build-up of bad nutrients which can lead to greater algae growth, spread disease and encourage pests such as rats.
Instead people wanting to feed their feathered friends should opt for healthier snacks, such as seeds, fruit and vegetables.
Visit www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/ducks for more information on what to feed ducks.
