2011-08-15

Releasing of the Ducks

The "releasing of the ducks" in Can Picafort attracts over 3000 spectators each year. At midday, boats drop anchor in front of the Hotel Sol y Mar and release around 350 rubber ducks into the sea for locals to grab.

Until recently, live ducks were used and people attempted to capture them as trophies. This stirred up protest from animal rights campaigners, persuading local authorities to switch to yellow toy ducks in 2007.

When: 15 Aug 2011

Where: Can Picafort, Spain

From: whatsonwhen.com

last modification: 2011-08-09
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