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[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!

Best wishes and be well!

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. Sourland has already explained why drakes can be a danger to chicken hens. It is the truth. They can maim/kill chicken hens attempting to breed them.

 

[Miss Lydia]

~Welcome to BYC~ the best ratio for ducks is at least 3 females for each drake. More if you can!

 

[Pat Dieterichs]

Welcome to BYC! Definitely stop by the duck forum for more opinions...

I have this same problem out of my drake. It's really bad this time of year because they are starting to mate pretty heavily. During the day when they free range the chickens usually just avoid him, but when it is time to be penned for the night, I have to have separate pens for ducks and chickens.
Also, the benefits won't outweigh the risks in having your drake fixed. I don't think vets are willing to do it, and I certainly don't advise anyone to try it themselves.

I know was a thought in the dark! So I’d probably need at least two females huh?? Ohfhta thanks

 

[Pat Dieterichs]

Hi Pat! If you don't have females for the drakes, the boys could seriously harm your hens. Maybe it would possible for you to separate them?

 

[rjohns39]

Hi Pat and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

You'll want 5-10 ducks for each drake

 

[Pat Dieterichs]

Yes I have them in separate pen at night but had been letting them free range together until I noticed my ducks chasing my hens ! Silly boys!

Hi Pat and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

You'll want 5-10 ducks for each drake

oh wow I’ll have to find a home for them & just get ladies! Mmmm my intent was just one of each ! Oh well thanks so much for all the replies

 

[Miss Lydia]

My Muscovy drake has 4 females and none are showing signs of wear. And hes a big boy.