They could probably see and smell the spice rub. Be more discreet next timeOn an assignment I was staying at an extend stay condo that had a large duck pond on the grounds.
My sliding door opened up a few yards from the waters edge. It was fun to watch them feed on the cracked corn when tossed out.
I was able to get them to come up on the patio but they always stayed just outside the door.
A few would come up to the door and look around inside but would not cross the threshold.
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