Duncan the Drinking Bird is a fun desktop companion and classic novelty item.

Fill a glass with cold water and submerge his head in the water getting it completely wet.

Place Duncan near the glass and he will continue to bob and dunk his head into the glass all day long!

It appears to be magic... But it's actually the principles of thermodynamics in action!

Keep a full glass in front of him and he will drink all day!

This is not a toy.
Drinking glass not included.
Recommended for ages 8 and up.

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Duncan - The Drinking Bird Reviews

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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Kat - Verified Customer
Duncan is awesome, He is very thirsty and sometimes takes a small pause between drinks. Then decides he needs a lot more in a hurry..... He is fascinating to watch and as an easily distracted person, he is just what I need. He is a wonder to watch.
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Matt Hogg - Verified Customer
Hi guys. Initially, the bird came damaged and had leaked all the fluid, however you guys were fantastic in quickly responding and arranging another one with no issue. Thanks again
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Duncan- The Drinking Bird

Scotty - Verified Customer
This science based toy is just as intriguing as the original version I had in the 1960’s This clever design actually stumped Albert Einstein ,as he refused to dismantle it and instead relied on just observations. It took him months to figure it out ! This is a faithful representation of the original toy, and it is very good value.
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Duncan is Cool

LYN - Verified Customer
This works really well! He is so mesmerising and it is a talking point when someone comes to visit.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Helen J-L - Verified Customer
A childhood memory for hubby, Christmas Pressie, waiting for his reaction.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Mike - Verified Customer
A lovely novelty which I bought as a present for my sister as it brought back memories of the one my aunt had
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Loads of fun

Jim - Verified Customer
Just fun Duncan the drinking bird.
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Loads of fun

Jim - Verified Customer
Duncan the drinking Bird is a great Cool Thing. Works very well, and it is a joy to watch. I highly recommend this product. Well packaged and sent quickly. And great communication from Cool Things.
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Good experience

Noel - Verified Customer
I saw the drinking bird on a YouTube video and was delighted to find it still available for purchase at coolthings so as my young grandsons can experience it like I did over 55 years ago.
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Quick Service

tatra77a - Verified Customer
Quick service and a pleasure to deal with, Thank you.
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Perfect

Trish Lynn - Verified Customer
My adult son has always wanted one of these..he was so happy to open it and set it up. As far as I know, the bird still hasn't actually drunk from the glass yet, which is a little bit funny.
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As described.

feral_pigeon - Verified Customer
As described, well packed and quick delivery.
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CoolThings cool company

Heather Carew - Verified Customer
Came across CoolThings quite by accident when searching for a dunking bird for my daughters birthday. So many interesting items to look at.... Purchased Duncan which arrived very quickly and without incident. Daughter absolutely loved it. I know where I will be looking for presents for my nephews and niece now
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Awesome Stuff

Steven - Verified Customer
Thankyou for making my office desk the coolest desk in the office. Duncan the Drinking Bird and a Wacky-Waving-Inflatable-Tube-Guy. Great service and speedy delivery from Tassie!!
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Great Service

Peter - Verified Customer
Ordered a Duncan Duck for a birthday present, ordering process was very straight forward and the item arrived within 3 business days. Very impressed with the service and speed of delivery would definitely recommend this company to prospective buyers and friends. Well done Cool things !
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Drinking Birds

Kirk Winters - Verified Customer
I’ve always wanted one of these since a friend of mine had these for many years. It’s a talking point amongst my family and friends, but also an informative science talking point with our younger generation. Thanks Coolthings for your exceptional quick delivery and follow up. Look forward to making my next purchase from you soon.
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It's drinking th

Melissa - Verified Customer
It's drinking the water! A bit of a confession here.... I've bought this to be part of a father's day gift for my husband this year (talk about being organised!), because I actually wanted it myself. So now I have to wait till September to see it in action, but I guess that's only fair. Luckily I know he'll love it as well, so it's not quite as bad as Homer buying an engraved bowling ball for Marge (for those of you out there who enjoy a certain cartoon). It arrived quickly after ordering, and was packed well.
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CoolThings had t

Lee C - Verified Customer
CoolThings had the zany thing that I was after! Good service, secure packaging, quick delivery, good price - happy as!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Annatjie - Verified Customer
so good. puts a smile on the face.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Jasper - Verified Customer
Great novelty item, no complaints. Bought as a gift, and he still has it on his desk.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Geoffrey - Verified Customer
Great novelty, good gift for those hard to buy for.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Amanda - Verified Customer
Love it! Bought it for my brother as a gift and he thought it was the best
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Katrina - Verified Customer
Cute little guy
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Hours of Fun

Jenny - Verified Customer
Duncan - The Drinking Bird provides hours of fun and a trip down memory lane when the wonders of science left us in awe!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Courtney - Verified Customer
"Amazing! He just. Keeps. Drinking."
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Sue - Verified Customer
Addicting to watch. Fun for the bar.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Janice - Verified Customer
My big kids love Duncan. Memories on the shelf above the stove
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Amber - Verified Customer
very cool Christmas present for my grandma - she loved it!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Sharon - Verified Customer
My grandfather had one of these when my kids were young now I have one for my grandkids who love this
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Olivia - Verified Customer
kids love to watch these!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Elaine - Verified Customer
Great novelty gift.
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Jake - Verified Customer
Looks good but haven't seen it in action yet. My partner will love it
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Veronica - Verified Customer
Love him
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Anne - Verified Customer
Cute.
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Perfect

Elisabeth - Verified Customer
It's exactly what I wanted. Reminds me of the ones we used to have when I was younger. Will definitely buy from you again . Very happy .
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Ronaldo - Verified Customer
works like a treat!!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Mark - Verified Customer
Nostalgic and educational for my son as he learned how it all works, great novelty
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Alex - Verified Customer
Fun and enjoyable - works well no issues
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Jake - Verified Customer
People love these as little gifts. Nostalgia for a low cost
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Matthew - Verified Customer
It's drinking the water! This is the greatest invention in the world!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Michael - Verified Customer
My sons loved it Xmas day. Star of the day!
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Duncan the Drinking Bird

Rebecca - Verified Customer
Excellent value and quality!

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