Ducklings

[FutureCowgirl]

I was thinking of buying a magpie duckling, is there any way to tell if it is a drake or hen?

 

[cheezenkwackers]

I was thinking of buying a magpie duckling, is there any way to tell if it is a drake or hen?

Not really. The only way is vent sexing which is not recommended by amateurs as it can permanently harm them if done wrong. You might be able to find a hatchery that sells sexed ducklings though.

 

[Miss Lydia]

When young the only way is vent sexing and if your not experienced the duckling can be injured

 

[FutureCowgirl]

Not really. The only way is vent sexing which is not recommended by amateurs as it can permanently harm them if done wrong. You might be able to find a hatchery that sells sexed ducklings though.

thank you