Curls on ducks??

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10-24-2009, 04:11 PM

SRBowman

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Curls on ducks??

I am new to waterfowl hunting this year. I was wondering what a curl is?? I have heard of ducks usually having 1-3 curls, sometimes 4. Could someone explain, maybe show me a pic?? I appreciate the help!!

10-24-2009, 04:28 PM

2eagles

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mallard drake tail feathers
the black curly ones

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10-25-2009, 01:23 PM

SRBowman

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AHHHH!! Ic, thanks alot!!

10-25-2009, 02:39 PM

ksfowler

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The thinking behind them the more they have the older they are. The yearling drake mallards will have about half a curl. I like to keep them since they are so cool looking.