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[debstar1]

Hi my name is debstar1 and I have been looking for answers to raising ducks since we had a clutch of eggs where the mother had died and one egg had hatched. We were lucky to hatch 5 duckings with a great surprise only being kept warm under a lamp.

 

[loveourbirds]

from Ohio.

it would be best to ask your questions on the duck thread - under the "other backyard poultry" heading.

i dont do alot with ducks, but i can tell you that if they aren't hatched by their mom they lack protective oils. its a good idea not to let them swim for a few days, as their feathers absorb water and they will sink. ive always fed them unmedicated chic starter, but someone else may have better ideas on feed.

 

[gander007]

Welcome to

this is a great place to start

If you have a question all you need to do is ask

If you look under the learning center BYC has lots of helpful information

Even have a Form for hatching and it is for anything that comes from an egg and someone had already been there and dune it

When I hatch Duck eggs I always dry them in the brooder but as you sais a lamp ok that will work fine just keep them away from drafts and always wash your hands before and after handling your new addition

I always feed them chick starter and get some Probiotic to put in the little guys water for a couple of days

Do not let them go swimming for several weeks and always keep an eye on them around deep water or more then an inch

gander007

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC - check out the 'Ducks' section in the "Other Backyard Poultry" forum.

 

[roostersandhens]

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https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/42/ducks

 

[drumstick diva]

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello Welcome to BYC and Happy Holidays!

 

[liz9910]

Welcome to BYC! Sorry don't know anything about ducks, but someone in the Ducks forum should be able to help you, good luck!

 

[petrel]

Welcome

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! Happy you joined!