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Me too!

Sure it is , but they are soooo cute!

Love it! Sooo cute! My dh only agreed to three so when we ended up with five he wasn't very happy. As a result, I can't get anymore and have to live vicariously through others who post adorable pictures.

Love it! Duck math! How many does that make now?

I agree. Swimming stimulates their oil glands to make them water proof. Be sure to keep an eye on them though, they can become water logged and have trouble. I used to use different size rubbermaid containers with a brick inside and boards for steps on the outside, so they could get in and out.

According to Holderread in Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks, "Ducks that carry the crest allele are susceptible to neurological abnormalities (which may be apparent at hatching time or not until months later) and to skeletal deformities (kinked necks, shortened bodies, roached backs, wry tails)...

If I had to guess, looking at the head and neck shape I would guess female :).

Thank you! Like you both said, I thought he might be a drake because he is so friendly. Both my drakes were my favorites when they were little because they were so nice. Now that they are 6 months and 1 year old, I think my girls are a little sweeter than them.

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Good memory TheTwoRoos! Everyone is fine. You were right that it was a pecking order issue. After about two weeks the younger male won the top drake spot. He is a much kinder leader and so there is usually peace. Your hen is very pretty, by the way! PearlThe Duck, your ducklings are...

Did you order a particular gender? I ask because I raised two small groups of khakis and both times the male in the group was more friendly when they were little. Mine all received a lot of time and treats and are very friendly now.