10 Famous Duck Cartoon Characters
Justin Paul Uy Sim
Ducks as cartoon characters have become iconic ever since the first cartoons were made. It made for great character voice acting, with many personalities ranging from sweet to wacky.
Ducks are also comedic with their ‘quacky’ antics as the nature of the animal is cute and wild at the same time.
Their lives are as colorful as the roles and adventures they take. Some are brave heroes, everyday workers, and even dastardly villains.
Here on this list are some iconic duck cartoon characters, both male and female, from shows that you’ve seen through the years.
This article also shows their evolution over the years, just to appreciate their rich history.
10 Famous Duck Cartoon Characters
10. Tina Russo – Looney Tunes
Age: –
Height: –
Voice Actors: Jennifer Esposito (Season 1), Annie Mumolo (Season 2)
The new Looney Tunes show introduced us to a new character who is Daffy’s girlfriend, called Tina Russo.
Tina is street-smart, tough, strong-spoken, and feisty. She has a no-nonsense approach and is a hard worker. Tina is responsible and patient enough to handle Daffy’s antics and their relationship.
Tina in Double Date (2011)
Tina in You’ve Got Hate Mail (2012)
Tina’s cameo in Super Rabbit (2013)
Though a recurring character from season 1, she has become part of the main cast for season 2. Her first appearance in Double Date reveals that Tina and Lola Bunny are best friends.
A lot of her episodes focus on her life at work, her relationship with Daffy Duck, and how she manages things as an assistant manager at Copy Place.
9. Magica De Spell – Ducktales
Age: –
Height: –
One of Scrooge’s arch-nemeses, Magica De Spell, is a recurring villain in Disney’s Ducktales.
Magica uses witchcraft and other magical abilities in her various schemes. A common plot involves stealing the first dime Scrooge ever earned. She’s obsessed with the coin and plans to turn it into an amulet called the Midas Touch.
Magica in The Unbreakable Bin (1987)
Magica De Spell (1990)
Magica De Spell in Ducktales Reboot (2017)
Her obsession with Scrooge’s one-dime has had several spell backfires that are usually played for laughs as she bumbles around to fix her mistakes.
She sometimes works with Scrooge when her spells backfire spectacularly. In the recent Ducktales reboot, she has returned as a major villain.
8. Webby Vanderquack – Ducktales
Age: approximately 10-12 years old
Height: –
Voice Actor: Russi Taylor, Kate Micucci (2017)
90s kids will remember the girl duck with the doll from the original Ducktales as Webby.
Webby is usually seen as the voice of reason among her male triplet cousins but is mostly left behind. But she is resourceful and saves the day in some episodes.
Webby from Ducktales (1990)
Webby from DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp (1990)
Webby from Ducktales Reboot (2017)
Her appearance drastically changed in the Ducktales reboot. She learned new skills from her ex-spy grandmother Beakley, including foreign languages and martial arts.
Webby also has great admiration for Scrooge McDuck which stems from a connection that could be deeper as various secrets unravel in the new reboot of Ducktales.
7. Ming-Ming Duckling, Wonder Pets!
Age: –
Height: –
Voice Actor: Danica Lee, Kaya Alexander (2006)
Ming-Ming Duckling is a popular girl duck cartoon character among younger kids to tune in to Nick Jr. and learn about stuff.
In Wonder Pets!, Ming-Ming is the social and brave hero among her friends, Linny the Guinea Pig and Tuck the Turtle. They go on adventures together to educate and entertain their viewers. Ming-Ming enjoys being in the spotlight.
Ming Ming in Save the Dolphin (2006)
Ming Ming in Back to the Kalamazoo (2015)
Ming Ming in Save the Genie (2016)
Her most iconic catchphrase is “This is se-wious.”
She sometimes likes to do things alone and often needs to be reminded of what the Wonderpets motto is- TEAMWORK!
6. Daisy Duck – Disney
Age: 21
Height: 3’10”
Voice Actor: Gloria Blondell (1945-1947, 1950), Ruth Clifford (1948), Vivi Janiss (1954), June Foray (1959-1960), Tress MacNeille (1999-present),
One of Disney’s most popular girl duck cartoon characters is Daisy Duck. She is Donald Duck’s girlfriend and often appears alongside him in various cartoons and other pop media.
Daisy’s precursor character was Donna Duck in Don Donald (1940)
Daisy in Mr. Duck Steps Out (1940)
Daisy in Cured Duck (1945)
Daisy is known to have long eyelashes, purple eyeshadow, and a distinctive pink bow in her hair. She wears a chic pink and purple dress and often carries a matching parasol.
Daisy is known to be independent, sassy, charming, smart, and strong-willed. As Donald’s girlfriend, she balances out his impulsiveness with her cool head.
Daisy in Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (2006-2016)
Daisy in House of Mouse (2002)
Daisy Duck in Ducktales Reboot (2017)
Through the years, Daisy has been popular with her co-stars in every media form. Her legacy has made her a symbol of girl power all around the world.
5. Scrooge McDuck – Ducktales
Age: estimated 75-80 years old
Height: 3ft.
Voice Actor: Dallas McKennon (1960), Bill Thompson (1967), Alan Young (1974-2016), John Kassir (2016-Present), David Tennant (2017-2021)
This duck is popular for jumping into a vault full of coins, his Scottish accent, and love for money- it is Scrooge McDuck.
Like the character he was inspired by, Scrooge can be either a cheapskate or a lovable uncle who cares for his friends and family.
Scrooge’s first appearance in animated form in Scrooge McDuck and Money (1967)
Scrooge in Mickey’s Christmas Carol (1983)
Scrooge in Sport Goofy in Soccermania (1987)
As to how he got rich, the stories vary, but it is agreed that he found a giant gold nugget as a prospector and eventually invested in mining and other industries.
Scrooge in Ducktales (1990)
Scrooge in House of Mouse (2002)
Scrooge in Ducktales Reboot (2017)
Scrooge McDuck has earned many friends and enemies with his adventures. He’s seen as a major figure in their fictional city of Duckberg. With various appearances in pop culture, he is by far one of Disney’s most popular duck cartoon characters.
4. Huey, Duey, and Louie Duck – Disney
Age: Triplets approximately 10-12 years old
Height: –
Voice Actor: Clarence Nash (1938-1965), Russi Taylor (1987-2019), Tony Anselmo (1987, 1999-2002, 2012)
These mischievous triplets are always ready for adventure.
Huey, Dewey, and Louie usually play around and cause misfortune to their Uncle Donald. They are often problem solvers, using their creativity to get over challenges as seen in Ducktales.
Huey, Dewey, and Louie’s first appearance in Donald’s Nephews (1938)
Huey, Dewey, and Louie in Ducktales (1987)
Huey, Dewey, and Louie in Quackpack (1990)
The three characters are identical in appearance, with the only difference being the colors of their clothing: Louie wears green, Dewey wears blue and Huey wears red.
They are often depicted as a unified trio, working together to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.
Huey, Dewey, and Louie in Mickey Mouse Works (2000)
Huey, Dewey, and Louie in House of Mouse (2003)
Huey, Dewey, and Louie in Ducktales Reboot (2017)
Huey, Dewey, and Louie have become famous characters within the Disney franchise. Their design makes having three heads better than one a possibility, and they have been seen as a good inspiration for brotherhood.
3. Quacker – Tom and Jerry
Age: –
Height: –
Voice Actor: Red Coffey (original shorts), Don Messick (1975 series), Allen D. Marriott (Tom and Jerry in War of the Whiskers), Sam Kwasman (2014-present), Stephen Stanton (opera tenor voice; Vocal Yokel)
We all remember that little yellow duckling from Tom and Jerry as a guest character who would add to the cat and mouse rivalry with his featured episodes.”
In the “Downhearted Duckling” episode, Quacker is upset after reading The Ugly Duckling story and spends the episode frowning over his looks. Jerry, being a good pal, helps Quackers out, eventually leading to a happy ending.
What was heartwarming to watch was the episode ‘That’s My Mommy’ where newly hatched Quackers identify Tom as his mother from first sight. While Tom treated the newborn with bad intent, he later accepted his new role and adopted Quackers as they swam and quacked away.
2. Daffy Duck – Looney Tunes
Age: Birth from 1937 – 86 Years Old
Height: 3½ ft.Tall
Voice Actor: Mel Blanc (1937-1989), Dee Bradley Baker (1996, 2016-2020), Jeff Bergman (1990-1993, 2011-present), Eric Bauza (2018-present)
When you think about famous male duck cartoon characters, Daffy will be in your mind for his crazy slapstick humor and witty scheming.
Daffy’s first appearance in Porky’s Duck Hunt (1937)
Daffy in Duck! Rabbit, Duck! (1980)
Daffy Duck in Space Jam (1996)
Daffy is always ready to perform and show off his talents, even if it means making a fool of himself. He is also known for his fierce competitiveness, often trying to outdo his fellow Looney Tunes characters, especially Bugs Bunny.
Daffy Duck in The Looney Tunes Show (2012)
Daffy in New Looney Tunes (2015)
Daffy’s CG in Space Jam A New Legacy (2021)
Daffy’s long career in animation has made him an iconic character. He is still widely popular and continues to make people laugh and will continue to do so well into the future.
1. Donald Duck – Disney
Age: 27
Height: 3’10 ft.
Voice Actor: Clarence Nash (1934-1985), Tony Anselmo (1985-Present)
Originally a wartime character to help the U.S. military, Donald Duck cemented his status as a famous male duck cartoon character for his contributions to animation and comedy.
Donald’s debut was in Wise Little Hen (1934)
Donald would star in films with the US Military(1943)
Donald in The Prince and the Pauper (1990)
Donald wants a carefree life, but it always goes differently. His bad luck often leads to trouble with his nephews, girlfriend Daisy, and friends like Mickey and Goofy, who subject him to slapstick antics.
Donald in The Three Musketeers (2004)
Donald in Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (2016)
Donald in Ducktales Reboot (2017)
Despite his flaws, Donald has a good heart and a strong sense of loyalty to his friends and family.
From clothing to even video games like the Kingdom Hearts series, Donald continues to be a favorite and a beloved icon for Disney.
From Warner Bros. to the Disney Universe, there are plenty of duck cartoon characters that have helped cartoons become notable and influential through the years in the animation industry.
Their voices, jokes, and stories are great contributions to the spirit of fun and entertainment.
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Posted Jul 22, 2023
Wrote Article for Animeinformer for Ms. Apolinario
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