Duck in The TV Series
In the TV Series, when he arrived on Sodor, Duck was given the number 8, his official North Western Railway number. The Great Western number worn in the books never appears. He was repainted in the livery of the Great Western Railway, although the shade of green used was the same as that of Percy.
He worked as a shunter, among other duties, until he received his branch line in the episode Donald's Duck (set before the arrival of Oliver).
Duck first appeared in the second season of the series, but did not appear in any episodes between the eighth and eleventh seasons, except for an appearance in a song which was broadcast alongside the tenth season. In the twelfth season Duck played a significant supporting role in several episodes.
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