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Injured Duckling? Dietary issues?
Hello there! I have a 7 1/2 weeks old duckling that has been displaying odd physical abnormalities. He can only stand/walk for a minute or two before needing to lay down. His tail feathers do not curl upwards like a normal duck, but actually appear to curl downwards or under. He has nothing to... -
Trying to figure out duck breed..
My sweet ducks were purchased last spring from the Cayuga duck bin at a local Tractor Supply. I know that ducks can be pet quality etc. But I have a feeling my male is not full Cayuga. I mean, maybe? These are my first ducks! I am hatching there ducklings are black, black footed (so far), and... -
Duck genetics, selling ducklings
Hello There! I have multiple questions and I am not sure where else to look! I can find plenty of information on chicken genetics but not as much on ducks. At what point can you run into issues with fathers breeding daughters, brother sister, etc? I have a trio of Cayuga (1 drake, 2 hens) and... -
Looking for duck tractor ideas!
Good Morning! :D I would love everyone's ideas or duck tractor plans! I am starting my own little flock of Cayuga. (I don't think my drake is pure but this is a personal project and he is the sweetest. Don't worry, I have plans for drakes/hens. No one is unwanted.) I'd really like to build... -
SOS -HELP -Duckling emergency
HELP! Duckling 1 hatched on its own, Duckling 2 is a little behind. Duckling 1 has no pecked and pulled at the membrane of Duck 2 and POPPED A BLOOD VESSEL. How do I help duck 2 without killing it myself? qtip and blow dryer? -
Me again - Maybe a hatching problem?
I know ducklings can take forever compared to chicks. I know it can take 24-48 hours after pipping BUT the outer shell has come off. The membrane or second layer of shell look dried out. My humidity level is 71%. Is it supposed to be that dried out? I am worried they cant get through. I did... -
Hello from Eastern North Carolina!
Hello! My family is starting a new adventure after moving and I am excited to be here! I have kids, dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, goats and a tortoise! Prepare to be flooded with questions! :D- FAFOfarm
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Cayuga Duck Incubation - yellow spot in egg, active duckling
This my first time hatching ducklings (hopefully). I only had 3 eggs incubating, and 2 made it to 5 days before set hatch date. I candled them for the last time today and noticed a few things. I think my humidity was too high given the size and shape of the air sac, I need an extra thermostat...