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From: Janelle Kim City: Barrington, IL
I have a similar problem with a nesting duck. However, she laid eggs in our huge, unmovable planters which sit about 4 feet off the ground. I'm concerned that when the eggs hatch, the ducklings will not be able to get down to the ground safely. Any suggestions? Thank you!
	Extension Message From: Laura Kammin Visiting Extension Specialist, Pollution Prevention Extension-Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant College Program lkammin@illinois.edu
It's a bit of a jump, but ducklings are resilient little birds. They should all make the jump just fine. If there are any mishaps when they hatch, e-mail me and we'll find a licensed wildlife rehabilitator in your area to patch up any injured ducklings. But I am pretty sure that things will go off without a hitch.
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