Ducklings with full grown chickens.

[hindr]

We bought ducklings (1 pekin, 1 rouen, and 2 khaki cambells) about 2 weeks ago. They had fluffy, soft feathers when we bought them. They still have fluffy, soft feathers. They seem to be waterproof, and have since we bought them.

We also own 18 laying hens (mixed ages) and an easter egger rooster (3 years old).

So my question is, how old should my ducklings be before I can let them into the run with my chickens?

Thanks in advance!

 

[ralph a]

It depends mainly on the space they have to get away from each other when needed. If there is lot of space as soon as they don`t need heat . I have them hatch out side with my hens roaster and geese and have no troubles. But will always get a peck from time to time to let them know how is boss.

 

[hindr]

Thanks for the response! I let them out this morning. High temp of 93F so I figure it will be warm enough. The chickens don't know what to think of them. The hens are all huddled together and its almost like these 4 little ducklings have their 20x30 ft run all to themselves.