new to duck raising. please help.

[rvecellio]

Hi everyone. I am new to duck raising. Basically to the point where I picked up 2 ducklings without knowing the breed. I do have a heat lamp, non-medicated feed, and water dispenser. I have a few questions. First, can someone help identify the breed. The gentleman at Tractor Supply did say they were not mallards. I was too excited to ask more about the breed though. Also, I do plan on making a pen for them in the backyard one they get big enough. How big should the pen be ideally? Thank you in advance.

 

[rvecellio]

here is a better picture without the heat lamp

 

[rvecellio]

here is a picture of duckling number 2

 

[Amiga]

Wondering if they could be Welsh Harlequins?

Have you read the Raising Ducklings sticky?https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/750869/raising-and-caring-for-ducklings#post_10611711

 

[rvecellio]

Thanks for the link. I started browsing through it and looks very helpful. I looked through Welsh Harlequin duckling pictures and they do look quite a bit like them

 

[flowerchild88]

Agree they look like welsh harlequins

 

[flowerchild88]

As far as coop size, 4-6 square foot of ground in the coop per duck at least. Outside give them plenty of room to run around and a pool! they love to run and swim

 

[rvecellio]

Here is a picture of my babies today. They are enjoying the rain in their pen

 

[rvecellio]

I am wondering if you guys think they are still Welsh Harlequin or another breed.

 

[AA Maple]

Those are some pretty looking birds! They grow FAST don't they?

Here is a picture of my babies today. They are enjoying the rain in their pen