They typically nest on dry ground near water, but look for a spot where they can be sheltered or hidden among the vegetation, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. The female duck builds the nest from nearby vegetation, and once the eggs are laid she will sit on the nest to incubate them for about 30 days.

Do male ducks sit on eggs?

Once they choose one, the male takes off and the female settles in and starts gathering nesting materials that are within reach, pulling them toward her and tucking them around her to form the nest. ... During this time, she may sit on the nest, but she won't start incubating the eggs until the last one has been laid.

What to do if duck lays eggs in yard?

“Leave the duck alone and try to keep dogs, cats and children away from the nest.” If she is successful and her eggs hatch, the mother duck will lead her ducklings to the nearest body of water, often the day they hatch.