Quack-Up: Giant Rubber Duck Set to Splash Back into Canalside

Get your selfie sticks ready, folks. The world’s largest rubber duck—a towering, inflatable icon of whimsy—is paddling its way back to the Canalside waterfront. For those who missed its last visit, this is your chance to witness a 60-foot-tall bathtub toy that has traveled the globe, charming crowds from Hong Kong to Toronto.

The massive duck, which weighs a staggering 11 tons, will be moored at the Central Wharf for a limited engagement starting next month. Organizers are promising a series of family-friendly events to coincide with the duck’s extended stay, including live music, food trucks, and a “rubber duck derby” where locals can race miniature versions down the canal. “It’s pure joy,” said a city spokesperson. “This duck doesn’t just float; it makes people smile.”

However, not everyone is splashing with excitement. Local environmental groups have raised concerns about the energy required to keep the inflatable bird hovering above the water. The duck requires constant power to maintain its shape, and some residents have questioned whether the tourism dollars justify the carbon footprint. “We love a good photo op, but we need to weigh the environmental cost,” said Sarah Mitchell of the Harbor Eco-Watch. The city has countered by noting the duck’s appearance will be entirely powered by renewable energy credits this time around.

Regardless of the debate, hotel bookings in the area are already surging. For a few weeks, this corner of the city will become a global landmark, all thanks to a giant, yellow, rubber avian. Prepare for quack attacks—and a lot of yellow selfies.