Duck Procreation

[duckcrazy]

I have 2 ducks ages 5 & 6.5 Months, who have started mating. I have read that males can get over zelous and can hurt the female if they mate too often. What I need to know is....how many times a day is viewed as to much? They mate only in the pool and, if the female is not willing, she can always jump out--he will respect this and leave her alone. I figure they are enjoying their new activity, Oh about 5 times spaced throughout the day. Any ideas on what would be inappropriate mating behavior?

Thanks

 

[Kevin565]

Sounds fairly normal to me. A sign of overly aggressive breeding is lots of feathers pulled out on the neck or head, if he continues once she tries to get away, gang rape by several drakes.

 

[duckcrazy]

Thanks for the reply. Won't worry about it then, since he is very gentle with her.

 

[jdywntr]

I don't know that there is an inappropriate number but as stated, if the duck starts looking worse for wear it would be best to get a few more females. Excess will be missing feathers on the head/neck, bleeding in the same area etc. They may be fine as just a pair.