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What is a group of ducks called?

A raft
of ducks
a rafta teama paddlinga flock
AnimalDucks
CategoryBirds
Collective nounRaft, Team, Paddling, Flock
Baby nameDuckling
💡 On water they’re a “raft” or “paddling”; in flight, a “team” or “flock.”

FAQ

What is a group of ducks called?

A group of ducks is called a raft. Other accepted terms include a team, a paddling, a flock.

Are there other names for a group of ducks?

Yes — besides a “raft,” you may see “team”, “paddling”, “flock”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.

What is a baby duck called?

A baby duck is called a duckling.

More birds

Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”