The Mandarin Ducks – Complete Feng Shui Guide of Effects, Best Placements, and How to Use

In feng shui tradition, a pair of “Mandarin Ducks” (also called “Love Ducks,” “Harmony Ducks,” or “Feng Shui Love Birds”) is considered one of the most powerful symbols of romantic love, loyalty, and lasting partnership. 

At Royal Dragon Decor, Mandarin Duck charms — such as the “Loyal Hearts Mandarin Ducks Brass 16 cm” and “Prosper in Marriage Mandarin Ducks 25 cm” — are among their notable items. These charms are designed to support couples, deepen relationships, or help singles manifest committed love and harmony.

Mandarin Ducks carry several symbolic associations in feng shui:

• Loyalty and Lasting Love: Because real-life mandarin ducks are believed to mate for life, figurines represent fidelity, lifelong companionship, and an unwavering emotional bond.
  

• Romantic Harmony and Unity: As a paired charm, the ducks reflect harmonious partnership, mutual respect, balanced emotions — ideal for married couples or those seeking commitment.
  

• Attracting Love and Marriage: For singles, the charm is traditionally used to invite sincere, stable relationships and long‑term partnerships. 

• Strengthening Existing Relationships: It helps maintain closeness, emotional warmth, and ongoing mutual understanding in relationships, reducing distance or coldness over time.
  

Because of these meanings, Mandarin Ducks have been widely used as feng shui charms dedicated to love, loyalty, and emotional harmony.

• Bedroom — Southwest (Love / Relationship Sector) - 

• This is the classic placement for love charms, especially for couples who want stability, closeness, and emotional intimacy.

• On a Nightstand, Dresser, or Elevated Table in Bedroom - Keep the pair together, side by side, on a clean, respectful surface (not on floor). 

• Living Room / Main Common Area - Suitable for couples or families who want to reinforce overall harmony and emotional balance at home

• Office or Work Area (for business partners, or couples working together) - Helps promote harmonious professional partnerships and mutual respect.

• Always display a pair of ducks — never a single duck. 

• Place them close together, side by side — symbolizing unity and togetherness.
  

• Avoid placing them on the floor or in cluttered areas — keep the surrounding space clean and peaceful.
  

• For bedroom placement: avoid placing them directly opposite mirrors (which can reflect and deflect their energy) or near sharp‑cornered furniture.

Mandarin Ducks (Aix galericulata) are world-renowned for their vibrant plumage and their natural behavior.

Symbolic Features

• Paired Existence: In nature, these ducks are famous for being monogamous. Once they find a mate, they stay together, which is why they symbolize "Mate for Life" energy.

• Vibrant Colors: Represent the "spark" and passion that keeps a relationship exciting and fresh.

• The Lotus or Heart Bases: Many Royal Dragon Decor pairs sit on a lotus or a decorative base, symbolizing purity and a love that rises above the "mud" of daily stresses.

Ancient Chinese lore tells of a pair of Mandarin Ducks that were separated by a cruel fate. It was said that if one duck died, the other would lose its will to live out of pure grief and devotion. Because of this intense bond, the ducks became a symbol of Yuanfen—the "fated love" or "karmic bond" between two souls.

In traditional weddings, Mandarin Duck figurines were often gifted to newlyweds to ensure that their "wedding bliss" would never fade. They serve as a constant visual reminder that a successful relationship requires two individuals to move through life as one harmonious unit. When you place a pair from Royal Dragon Decor in your home, you are honoring this ancient tradition of choosing loyalty every day.

• For Singles: Look for a pair that looks "new" and inviting to manifest a fresh start.

• For Married Couples: Look for larger, more substantial pairs that symbolize a "heavy" and unmovable commitment.

Mandarin Ducks continue to be favored for their:

• Universal appeal—everyone understands the symbol of two birds together.

• Subtle and artistic design that fits beautifully into modern Filipino decor.

• Positive, gentle energy that doesn't feel aggressive or "heavy."

• Effectiveness in creating a "Love Sanctuary" within a busy, stressful home.

Mandarin Ducks are a popular choice for:

• Singles looking for a serious, committed partner.

• Engaged couples preparing their first home together.

• Married couples wishing to renew their romance or resolve frequent arguments.

• Gift-givers looking for a meaningful wedding or anniversary present.

To activate your Royal Dragon Decor Mandarin Ducks:

1. Clear the Southwest Corner: Ensure the area is clean and beautiful.

2. Place the Pair: Ensure they are side-by-side and touching.

3. Set Your Intention: Visualize the type of love you want. Say: "May this pair bring loyalty, harmony, and lasting love into this home."

4. Pair with Freshness: Occasionally placing fresh flowers near the ducks can "refresh" the romantic energy of the space.

• Dust them regularly; "dusty love" represents stagnant emotions.

• Keep them as a pair. If one breaks, it is traditionally recommended to replace the entire pair rather than just one.

• Ensure they remain on an elevated, stable surface to represent the "high regard" you have for your partner.

Mandarin Ducks work well with other Royal Dragon Decor charms:

• Dragon & Phoenix: For ultimate marital balance and power.

• Wu Lou: To protect the health and longevity of the couple.