How far will a mallard be able to take her brood she hatched where it is not near water?

A mallard hen typically leads her brood to water shortly after hatching, as they are aquatic birds and rely on water for feeding and safety. If there is no water nearby, she may attempt to travel a few hundred yards to find a suitable habitat, but this distance can vary based on the availability of food, shelter, and safety from predators. However, the absence of water significantly limits the brood's survival chances, as ducklings need to be near water to thrive.