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RandomDuck

Random pictures of ducks.

RandomDuck API is a free Animals API that requires no API key, is served over HTTPS and does not support CORS, so it should be called from a server.

Authentication
None required
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
No
Category
Animals
Visit documentation ↗random-d.uk

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RandomDuck API alternatives

RandomDog logo

RandomDog

Random pictures of dogs

No authHTTPSCORS
RandomFox logo

RandomFox

Random pictures of foxes

No authHTTPSNo CORS
PlaceDog logo

PlaceDog

Placeholder Dog pictures

No authHTTPSCORS
RescueGroups logo

RescueGroups

Adoption

No authHTTPSCORS ?
PlaceBear logo

PlaceBear

Placeholder bear pictures

No authHTTPSCORS
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Shibe.Online

Random pictures of Shiba Inu, cats or birds

No authHTTPSCORS

RandomDuck API FAQ

Who provides the RandomDuck API?

The RandomDuck API is provided by Random-d.uk (random-d.uk).

Is the RandomDuck API free?

Yes. The RandomDuck API is listed in the Animals category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the RandomDuck API require an API key?

No. The RandomDuck API requires no authentication, so you can start making requests without signing up.

Can I call the RandomDuck API from the browser?

Not directly. The RandomDuck API does not allow CORS, so call it from a server, serverless function or proxy instead of front-end JavaScript.

Does the RandomDuck API support HTTPS?

Yes. The RandomDuck API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.