How old do drakes stay fertile?

[indianaducks]

I am debating downsizing my duck portion of my flock and am debating on how many drakes to keep. I considering just keeping my two OG drakes that will be 2 years old at the end of the month, but wasn't sure how long drakes stayed fertile? I keep drakes for fertile hatching eggs (for myself) so I want to have drakes that can get the job done if I want to hatch eggs, but I also don't want a ton of drakes (and thus a ton of hens) because I'm trying to keep a smaller flock for a few reasons. Can my 2 year old drakes get the job done for this year at least?

 

[JacinLarkwell]

I had mine for about 4 years I think before he was killed and he was still making babies. I have roosters that are near 10 and still make babies so I think you've still got a while

 

[cheezenkwackers]

My drake was five and still making ducklings before I had to rehome him.

 

[lost-duckling]

Better question is how long do drakes live as from what I've seen those are the same #s at least up to 8-9ish years.

 

[indianaducks]

My drake was five and still making ducklings before I had to rehome him.

Perfect thank you!

 

[indianaducks]

Better question is how long do drakes live as from what I've seen those are the same #s at least up to 8-9ish years.

Cool thanks, wasn't sure if they stayed fertile their entire lives or what, since hens slow egg production as they age. Just trying to make the right decision for which boys to keep!