re: what are the ducks doing around Venice?

I understand what you're saying, but I've seen situations like this happen too many times. People are killing ducks on public land, start bragging about it, and next thing you know the place is overrun with people. It's much easier to keep your mouth quiet, which is hard for some people. If you want to give a report to someone, call them up and tell them, don't put it on the Internet for everyone to see.