New Duck Dad

[Petes72]

I've wanted them for a while since we moved in. Almost 40 acres and a small pond. But wife wasn't a fan. She's grown to enjoy them a little lol. I wanted Mallards so they'd head south after the summer bit I guess I'm in for the long haul now. Which is why I really want to be sure I have 3 drakes and only 1 hen. I'm already attached to the little buggers and they're getting along great so far. Just don't want a nightmare for her later.

 

[Petes72]

My daughter bought 2 ducks this past Father's Day at local TSC to try and p*ss me and my wife off Instead I had her get 2 more. All supposed to be Cayuga unsexed. I believe I have 2 Cayuga and 2 Swedish black or blue. In trying to determine sex over the past few months I believe I have 3 drakes and only 1 hen. Not many curled tail feathers and no distinct vocalization difference I can confirm. Anyone able to help? I'm concerned the ratio will be very bad for single hen if this is the case. I'll upload and add links to photos

Sadly they refused to pen last night and something made an easy meal out of Oozie who had Angel Wing. But I think we have all drakes. Still can't get good vocalization but they all sound same and raspy to me.

 

[artbykarenehaley]

Oh I'm sorry to hear about Oozie. I agree so far it sounds like you have all males. Welcome to BYC! The duckening is only beginning

 

[Colley12]

Sadly they refused to pen last night and something made an easy meal out of Oozie who had Angel Wing. But I think we have all drakes. Still can't get good vocalization but they all sound same and raspy to me.

Sounds like drakes to me