He has obtained degrees from such universities as Oxford, Cambridge, and Heidelberg, and, in one of his comic strip appearances, Ludwig himself claims that he has obtained "about 98 degrees" in total. Ludwig is described as a scientist, world-traveler and psychiatrist. In Ludwig's second animated appearance, " The Hunting Instinct", Walt Disney explains that Von Drake comes from the paternal side of Donald's family-the Drakes, who are a continental branch and the "eggheads" of the Duck family clan. Von Drake comes from Vienna, Austria, and has a fascination with knowledge.
Professor Ludwig Von Drake is an anthropomorphic duck created by Walt Disney. Certified scientist, and all-around expert on brilliant things!” ―Ludwig Von Drake “ Hello, 'dere'! Professor Ludwig Von Drake here.