Texas

[Ren2014]

I haven't popped it open to find out. Our table hens are slowing down. But, eventually, I will find out. This Spring or Summer as I am adding another set of hens soon, I plan on getting NPIP inspected and sell hatching Maran eggs. Until then, I plan on seeing if they taste any different or not as the lore goes. I suspect a chicken egg is a chicken egg, they just look cool.

They definitely look cool! Our hens have slowed waaaayyy down. 13 girls and we've gotten just one egg a day for the past few days. My DH put up a sign in the coop saying we need more eggs please. I asked why on earth? He said, 'well you talk to them I thought I'd write.' LOL

 

[orumpoultry]

Rooster,

I've mentioned before ducks require a license. I don't know why it gets overlooked so much. They're considered migratory fowl and fall under a game birds license.

:shrug

My Muscovy have been populating... Were back over 30. Lots of chocolates running around. Lots of males. Lots of future supper.

From five.

This was a vast majority of the group hanging with the dogs the other day.

 

[Fire Ant Farm]

Rooster,

I've mentioned before ducks require a license. I don't know why it gets overlooked so much. They're considered migratory fowl and fall under a game birds license.

:shrug

I don't have ducks currently, but I looked all this up recently (was considering getting them, and didn't want to waste the planning energy if it required a special license). I could have sworn that someone called Texas Parks & Wildlife and was able to get clarification that domestic ducks do not count, as this rule was written for wild migratory fowl. I think there was some confusion about muscovies specifically for a while (as they fly so well and can be wild and/or become feral), but I also thought that was clarified as well.

(Not on BYC, I think, I read it on another site - don't remember where, but you could probably find it via Google). You could also just call TPWD directly to confirm...

- Ant Farm

edit: I think this is the same reason why you can keep some types of quail without a license, but other types of quail do require one - though someone who raises quail could know more about that.

 

[jtn42248]

Rooster,

I've mentioned before ducks require a license. I don't know why it gets overlooked so much. They're considered migratory fowl and fall under a game birds license.

:shrug

The State of Texas requires a license/permit to hunt, keep, possess, transport, etc. ducks that fall within the classification of Migratory Wild Birds. Domestic ducks, like those purchased from hatcheries, are not protected by this law and do not require a license or permit.

This topic comes up now and then on BYC and has been addressed any number of times. My suggestion would be that if you have any question about licenses/permits that may be required contact your local Extension office for a quick answer.

 

[orumpoultry]

The State of Texas requires a license/permit to hunt, keep, possess, transport, etc. ducks that fall within the classification of Migratory Wild Birds. Domestic ducks, like those purchased from hatcheries, are not protected by this law and do not require a license or permit.

This topic comes up now and then on BYC and has been addressed any number of times. My suggestion would be that if you have any question about licenses/permits that may be required contact your local Extension office for a quick answer.

Agreed. I have mine because we have several breeds of quail, pheasants, and Muscovy.

 

[RoosterCogburn7]

Rooster,

I've mentioned before ducks require a license. I don't know why it gets overlooked so much. They're considered migratory fowl and fall under a game birds license.

:shrug

My Muscovy have been populating... Were back over 30. Lots of chocolates running around. Lots of males. Lots of future supper.



From five.



This was a vast majority of the group hanging with the dogs the other day.

What I thought was bizarre, is they make you keep a ledger of your future suppers, so they can keep a tally.

 

[RoosterCogburn7]

They definitely look cool! Our hens have slowed waaaayyy down. 13 girls and we've gotten just one egg a day for the past few days. My DH put up a sign in the coop saying we need more eggs please. I asked why on earth? He said, 'well you talk to them I thought I'd write.' LOL

I have noticed that too. Last winter wasn't so bad. However, it seems like it is only the new layers that seem to produce most of the eggs. I had a ton of eggs, now I struggle to keep a half dozen.

 

[RoosterCogburn7]

The State of Texas requires a license/permit to hunt, keep, possess, transport, etc. ducks that fall within the classification of Migratory Wild Birds. Domestic ducks, like those purchased from hatcheries, are not protected by this law and do not require a license or permit.

This topic comes up now and then on BYC and has been addressed any number of times. My suggestion would be that if you have any question about licenses/permits that may be required contact your local Extension office for a quick answer.

I did contact them regarding domestic water fowl. That was the response I received. Cayuga and Khaki Campbell and Burbon Red Turkey's are domesticated fowl. However, I would rather be right than wrong. So, instead of dealing with all the nonsense, I am probably going to raise some Jersey Giants for the table. They end up being the size of a small turkey anyway.

 

[jtn42248]

I did contact them regarding domestic water fowl. That was the response I received. Cayuga and Khaki Campbell and Burbon Red Turkey's are domesticated fowl. However, I would rather be right than wrong. So, instead of dealing with all the nonsense, I am probably going to raise some Jersey Giants for the table. They end up being the size of a small turkey anyway.

Always better safe than sorry. I know most hatcheries recommend you contact your local authorities before ordering Turkeys. Particularly important here in Texas since we have large populations of wild turkey that need protecting.

 

[RoosterCogburn7]

Always better safe than sorry. I know most hatcheries recommend you contact your local authorities before ordering Turkeys. Particularly important here in Texas since we have large populations of wild turkey that need protecting.

Yes, I find it odd to be in the freest state in the Union and still be so regulated. But, I suppose it could always be worse.