We have a small backyard flock of 6 ducks that are basically family pets. They have a nice night house with duck run (completely predator proof). During the day we keep them in the fenced in backyard. They have a variety of water sources, included a wading pool we dump and refill every few days...
My husband and I got 5 female ducklings a few months back. Now all 5 are full grown and beautiful. We built them a very secure duck house with small pen. During the day we let them run in our secure fenced in backyard. Today I looked out to see a hawk standing over one of our runner ducks. I ran...
I am new to keeping ducks, and my ducklings arrived yesterday. They are currently residing with a friend who has more experience (and who convinced me to split an order of ducklings with her). Five of the ducklings pictured below are mine. I ordered 2 Runners, 2 Khaki Campbells, and 1 Black...
So, I'm in the process of learning about ducks. I'm curious about the personalities of the different breeds. Which breeds do you think have the best personalities, and why?
Thanks!
I'm new to keeping ducks, and just recently went in on an order with a friend. I ordered 2 Runners, 2 Khaki Campbell, and one Black Cayuga - all female. They should be arriving in a week.
In the meantime, we are scrambling to put together appropriate housing. In looking around the forums here...