New mom to chickens and ducks

[Ducken Mom]

Hello all. I'm new to the world of chickens and ducks. I bought 14 chickens and 4 ducks all about 4 weeks old. I plan to cohabitation them. I have a coop that we are updating and expanding. I'm so excited to get started! Any advice for a newbie is appreciated!

 

[Mysticalys]

If you got a male duck it may try to mate with your hens

 

[Plip]

Welcome to BYC! Great to have you here!

 

[drumstick diva]

Drakes(male ducks) anatomy is much different than roosters. A randy drake can kill a female chicken, attempting to breed her. Plus ducks love to splash and get everything as wet as possible Chickens don't like being wet and can get ill from it.

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
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[007Sean]

Howdy Happy to have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC - thanks for joining us.

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under Ducken Mom Welcome!