Waddles, a small duck known for his impressive tricks at Riverside Park, suffers an accident and loses some beautiful tail feathers. Embarrassed and scared of losing admiration, he tries to hide his imperfection. However, the kind wisdom of an elderly duck, Gloria, inspires him to be honest. To his surprise, his vulnerability is met with sympathy and shared stories from the other ducks, earning him deeper respect and making his performances even more popular.