1st hatch of ducks...help...

[darwin ducks]

Hello! I'm very new to this arena and I have just hatched my first duck eggs. 2 hatched well without trouble the 3rd seems to have a growth or something. Maybe a placenta? It's underneath where I'm guessing a belly button would be. I'm very worried. He just hatched so he is tired but this thing is hanging on for dear life! Should I be worried???

 

[redsoxs]

Howdy from Kansas, darwin ducks, and

! Pleased to have you aboard! I am sorry to hear about your duckling. I suggest you post in the luck below for more precise advice. Good luck to you!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/5/incubating-hatching-eggs

 

[darwin ducks]

Thank you so much for your help pleased to be with you all as well!

 

[drumstick diva]

I don't know about ducks but, chickens may be born with the yolk sac still attached. I would imagine this is like the duckling has. You generally leave it alone and it will be absorbed by the chick after awhile. I would prevent the other hatchling from bothering him until it is absorbed and drops off - so it isn't damaged.

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC!!!

Glad to have you aboard!!

 

[darwin ducks]

Ok thank you do much for your help!!! I do believe you are correct, it doesn't seem to affect him at all. I will monitor the health and let you know thanks again!