Unsure of the Breed of my Ducklings

[JustKayla]

Hiya,
I recently got two ducklings about 4, maybe 5 weeks ago & I am so unsure about what their breed is. I got told that they are Indian Runner but I can’t help thinking that they might not actually be Indian Runners. Where I got them aren’t the best on their breeds and sexing of ducks. I ended up with 2 males rather than 2 females, not that I mind though cause I love them all the same.
Anyways, if someone is able to give me a little push in the right direction for their breeds that would be great. I like to do my research on my ducks’ breeds so I have a better understanding of them & the caring of them.

Both have the “afro” on their heads. Alex’s (yellow) is much, much larger than Aubrey’s. I’ve attached photos of them

I’m also wondering just how old they are. They’ve just started losing their “fluffy” feathers & every google search keeps telling me different & getting me confused, haha.
TIA for any advice that can be given, it’s truly appreciated.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Looks like you have a Rouen and either a white layer or a white crested. The poof on the top of their heads is called a crest. You should research about that also. Their bodies are to full to be Runners. They sure are pretty.

 

[WannaBeHillBilly]

Super cute but definitely no runners. Not sure about Aubrey, it could be a Rouen as @Miss Lydia suggests, it could also be a mix of other breeds, due to the little crest. Alex looks like a white crested duck to me, afaik White Layers do not develop crests and "Bali" ducks stand more upright, like Runners.
If you don't hear that little quax-sound at the end their peeps at that age, they are both likely boys. No problem with a boy-only flock, just don't dare to add a single girl.

 

[JustKayla]

Super cute but definitely no runners. Not sure about Aubrey, it could be a Rouen as @Miss Lydia suggests, it could also be a mix of other breeds, due to the little crest. Alex looks like a white crested duck to me, afaik White Layers do not develop crests and "Bali" ducks stand more upright, like Runners.
If you don't hear that little quax-sound at the end their peeps at that age, they are both likely boys. No problem with a boy-only flock, just don't dare to add a single girl.

I guess I was sort of on the mark about their body shape when I was talking to my mum, haha. I have an Indian Runner x, she was slim at their age and tall.

They have just started the little quack noise at the end of their squeak. I get confused on who it’s coming from some days haha!

 

[JustKayla]

Looks like you have a Rouen and either a white layer or a white crested. The poof on the top of their heads is called a crest. You should research about that also. Their bodies are to full to be Runners. They sure are pretty.

Awesome, thank you so much for answer! Definitely helps so I can understand them better
I definitely have been looking into their little Afros, reading everything I possibly can.

 

[Miss Lydia]

That shows you are very responsible.

 

[LilyLoo]

Aww how cute they both are. You are going to have a blast with these two. A whole Lotta work and a whole Lotta fun. Each day my ducks make me smile with their silly goofy behavior. Congrats!

 

[Duckie doodle]

Look like crested rouen and crested duck.

 

[Steven Bussell]

Nothing cuter than a duck tilting his head sideways and looking upward...