Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Thirsk Locals Become Duck-Crossing Wardens to Protect Waterfowl
In a town in the UK, some people have become special helpers for ducks.
They walk the ducks across the road every day, keeping them safe from cars.
These 'duckies' started after some ducks were hurt.
Now, the duckies use cones and watch over the ducks.
People from all over the world like this story, and the duckies have even gotten free stuff.
Sometimes, people try to bother the ducks, but the duckies keep them safe.
Local residents in Thirsk, UK, volunteer to escort ducks across a road.
The group, nicknamed 'duckies,' formed after ducks were killed crossing the road.
Volunteers place cones and ensure the ducks' safe passage to their roost.
The community has rallied, receiving support globally and donations.
Volunteers face challenges, including drunk people attempting to interact with the ducks.
- Who
- Local residents, known as 'duckies', and the ducks.
- What
- Locals volunteer to escort ducks across a road.
- When
- Every evening.
- Where
- Thirsk, North Yorkshire, UK
- Why
- To ensure the ducks' safe passage and prevent further accidents.
- Location
- Thirsk, North Yorkshire, UK
- Group Name
- 'Duckies'
- Objective
- Escorting ducks across the road
- Motivation
- Preventing duck fatalities
- Leader
- Jodie Wood