Tips on separating a duckling?

[brooder]

Hi,
It is a shame I have to post this thread, but I honestly cannot think of any alternative solutions to my problem. About a month ago, I purchased six ducklings, knowing three of them would have to be sold or given away to people who would give them a good life. I only had room for three ducklings to accompany my adult hen that was left alone after her flock was killed by raccoons. This also means I only have room for one male. Anyhow, two of the ducklings ended up dying (one in the box, one arrived sick and died in 48 hrs.) This meant that I would have to find a different home for one of them, rather than three. The one I have chosen to give up is an extremely, skittish, loud, and probably male, black runner. The dilemma I am hoping you guys can help out with is how to separate him from his bonded friends without him being psychologically scarred and the rest of the flock hating me forever. Also, should I wait until he's an adult to do this, or is it better to do it earlier? Is it best if I don't do it at all?
Thanks for taking the time to help.
-duckling owner in distress

 

[ChickenGal1842]

Introduce it to the person you will give it to and slowly move it into the coop or place with the other persons ducks/chickens and dont wait until he is older...

 

[Mrs. K]

This will be much more traumatic for you, than either the ducks or the hen. Poultry do not have long term memories. For two or at the most three days, the birds you keep may act a bit in turmoil, but they will not blame you. They will assume a predator got the bird, and they will be nervous that the predator might come back. They will not tie you with it at all, even if they see you take the bird.

The sooner the better, but again, for you. The flock will be fine.

Mrs K

 

[brooder]

This will be much more traumatic for you, than either the ducks or the hen. Poultry do not have long term memories. For two or at the most three days, the birds you keep may act a bit in turmoil, but they will not blame you. They will assume a predator got the bird, and they will be nervous that the predator might come back. They will not tie you with it at all, even if they see you take the bird.

The sooner the better, but again, for you. The flock will be fine.

Mrs K

Thanks so much for the advice, I'll be finding him a good home shortly.

 

[Miss Lydia]

If the duckling is loud it may not be a drake unless it isn't quacking yet.

 

[chickens really]

Totally your decision...Personally I would wait till you can voice sex them. Also if it's loud it's probably a Hen..