Will this ducky coop do? "fort knox" enough?

[maralynn28]

I've been VERY concerned about safety of my ducklings, my dear hubby built this coop for them when they go out. I told him what it needed and didn't need and this is what he came up with. Very simple, but I think it fulfills our needs. Keep in mind this is for ducks.

Main question, do you think any predators can get in here?

The photos are not great, the coop is still in garage and not complete. Still need to add hardware, any recommendations for locks/latches?

The front door which will lead straight into run

Backdoor for collection of eggs, and maintenance.

Notice the vents he attached so it won't be drafty, but will still allow circulation of air.

 

[trilyn]

Looks good to me!

 

[ChickenToes]

We have a small coop (there's a pic of it on my BYC page) that used to be on stilts, and we kept our ducks in there for awhile. The ducks liked to go underneath the coop and hang out, and one night an owl flew under there and killed one of my Cayugas. My point in all this is that it wouldn't be a bad idea to keep them from getting underneath the coop. Our poor duckies sort of got trapped underneath by the owl, and it was not pleasant.

Otherwise, I think it's a great coop! Very cute! It's great that you thought of ventilation, because with ducks, the more ventilation, the better!

 

[maralynn28]

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Thanks for the advice, hubby designed it that way on purpose to add to foraging space. The underside will be enclosed with netting and allow the ducks to get under but will be closed off and attach to the covered run. I think we thought that through, but if you have any more advice I am a sponge! Please tell me if you have any recommendations. thx all!