Temperature for Baby Ducks & Geese

[MikelJohn]

What should the temperature be for a 5 day old baby ducks and geese? I have them separated from my baby chics. I'm just figuring out that I have a heating problem. The ducks and geese seem to be doing fine. They are eating alot. And I keep them clean feed and water. I haven't been giving them much heat because they act like they don't need it but now I know I am probably wrong!

 

[speckledhen]

I don't know anything about ducks and geese, Michael, but I'm sure someone here will be able to help soon with practical suggestions. In the meantime, here is a web page that talks about that very thing for you to check out: http://extension.missouri.edu/explore/agguides/poultry/g08920.htm

 

[Katy]

I've never had geese, but my call ducklings take less heat for a shorter length of time. That said, they at 5 days of age still need to have a heat lamp 24/7 that they can get under if they choose to.

 

[MikelJohn]

Thanks for all the help. I notice they get under the light when they need it. I am finally getting the heat right after loosing chics. This has been a first time learning experience!!! I know what I need to do next time. It is so nice to have people here to help you. I hope I can help people here one day.

 

[speckledhen]

I hope I can help people here one day

Now, that's nice. And I promise, if you stick around, you will. We all were newbies once.​