["Dried fruits can be fed to ducks, but are high in concentrated sugar, so they are best avoided. Some fruits, including apples, pears, cherries, peaches, plums, and apricots, have pits or seeds that are mildly toxic, containing small amounts of cyanide.", "Citrus fruits like oranges can be remarkably healthy and contain lots of good vitamins, but they are just too acidic to be okay for waterfowl, including ducks. Excess consumption tends to cause major digestive upset and has also been linked with calcium imbalances.", "Ducks omnivorous nature allows them to enjoy a variety of foods like fruits, vegetables, grains, and even occasional treats like cherries or cooked beans. Offering a balanced assortment of food ensures their nutritional needs are met while keeping mealtime enjoyable for our feathered friends.", "Fruit pits and seeds from stone fruits like cherries, peaches, apricots, and apples can contain cyanide-forming compounds. Even a small amount may be harmful. Dried fruits, while seemingly harmless, are concentrated sources of sugar and often contain preservatives like sulfur dioxide that can upset a ducks gut.", "Ducks can eat a variety of foods due to their omnivorous nature, which includes small fish, crustaceans, bugs, and certain fruits like cherries. Cherries can provide beneficial nutrients for ducks and can be included in their diet as an occasional treat, not a staple.", "Can ducks eat cherries? Yes, in small amounts if pitted and chopped. Learn cherry pit risks, safe serving tips, and signs your duck needs your vet.", "Ducks can eat cherries, but its best to feed them in moderation due to the high sugar content. To ensure cherries dont affect their health, while letting them enjoy this tasty fruit, give your ducks a small number of cherries, once or twice per week.", "Fruit can be a healthy and enjoyable treat for ducks when offered correctly. Ducks naturally eat fallen fruit and berries in the wild, but fruit should always be fed in moderation. It is high in natural sugars and should never replace a balanced duck or waterfowl feed.", "A: Yes, ducklings can eat the flesh of cherries, but its even more crucial to remove the pits and stems due to their smaller size and increased vulnerability to cyanide poisoning.", "In the wild, ducks are known to be omnivorous, meaning they will eat just about anything. However, this doesnt mean they will thrive if they only eat fruit and no other food. In fact, there are some fruits that should never be fed to ducks at all."]