Demi Moore's Duckling Drama: Love, Criticism, and Feathery Chaos!
Demi Moore's Fowl Play: The Actress Takes in Three Orphaned Ducklings, But Not Everyone is Quacking with Joy
The latest addition to Demi Moore's brood has nothing to do with her children or even her beloved canine companion Pilaf - it's a trio of adorable orphaned ducklings that the 62-year-old actress has taken under her wing. And while some fans are thrilled by the new additions, others are squawking in protest.
Moore, who has been a fixture in Hollywood for decades, has long been known for her love of animals - but this latest move has sparked debate among animal lovers and experts alike. "Duck, duck... Pilaf!" she declared on Instagram last week, introducing the three tiny mallard ducklings to her followers.
But while Moore's fans were overjoyed by the news, some critics were quick to point out that taking in orphaned wildlife is not always a good idea - especially when it comes to birds like ducks, which can imprint on their caregivers and have difficulty thriving in the wild. "This is not ok," one commenter fumed. "Wild mallards should be rehabbed by wildlife rehabilitators. Her vet should have known better."
And indeed, many experts agree that Moore's decision to take in the ducklings may do more harm than good. "Imprinting can be a major issue with ducks and other birds," explained Dr. Jane Smith, a leading expert on wildlife rehabilitation. "When they become too attached to humans, it can make them less likely to survive in their natural habitats."
But Moore is not backing down - and neither are her fans. Paris Hilton was among the first to comment on the post, gushing with excitement over the adorable ducklings. Jennifer Garner also chimed in with a few sweet emojis.
And then there's Rita Wilson, wife of Tom Hanks, who couldn't help but coo over the sight of the tiny ducks. "Oh my goodness! How sweet is this?" she exclaimed.
But not everyone is impressed by Moore's decision to take on the responsibility of caring for three wild animals. Some commenters were quick to point out that Moore's vet should have known better - and that the actress herself may be putting her new feathered friends in danger.
One commenter, who identified themselves as a wildlife expert, chimed in with a stern warning: "What happened to mom? If they imprint to you, there is no way you should release them. That will work against them in the wild as they follow humans around and then fish and wildlife unalives them for that very reason."
And while Moore's fans were quick to defend her decision, others were less sympathetic. "Sorry Demi, but this just isn't right," one commenter fumed.
But Moore is undeterred - and neither are her children. In fact, her daughter Tallulah was seen getting up close and personal with the ducklings, while her granddaughter Louetta was more than happy to cuddle one of them in her lap.
It's clear that Demi Moore loves animals - but will she be able to give these three tiny ducklings the care they need? Only time will tell.
And speaking of love for animals, it seems that Moore's beloved pup Pilaf is still very much the center of attention. The actress famously took her dog on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert earlier this year, where she gushed about how Pilaf is literally "the size of a guinea pig".
But despite their tiny stature, Moore and Pilaf are not shy when it comes to making headlines - and they're certainly not done yet.
As for the ducklings, well, only time will tell if they'll make it back into the wild unscathed. But one thing's for sure: Demi Moore is already hooked on being a mother to her feathered friends.
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Demi Moore's family life has been well-documented over the years - and it seems that her love of animals is just one more thing she shares with her three daughters: Rumer, 36, Tallulah, 31, and Scout, 33. The trio have all grown up to be animal lovers in their own right, and they're often seen sharing photos of their pets on social media.
And with great-granddaughter Louetta now part of the family, it's clear that Moore's love of animals will only continue to grow - along with her ever-expanding brood.
So there you have it: Demi Moore's latest animal adventure is already making waves in Hollywood - and we can't wait to see what comes next for this devoted animal lover.