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    My first ducklings

    I got one each of welsh harlequin, Cayuga, silver appleyard, saxony, and magpie. They all arrived safely! If the hatchery got it right they are all female.
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    Brinsea ecoglow brooder 1200 or 600?

    I’m considering getting a brooder plate from brinsea. The question is should I get a size 600 that fits “20 newly hatched chickens” or size 1200 that fits “35 newly hatched chickens”? I’m getting 5 ducklings in the spring so the 600 might be enough but I know they grow quickly and I don’t have...
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    Niacin content of mazuri

    Mazuri waterfowl starter has 70mg niacin/lb feed. If I feed Mazuri do I need to supplement my future ducklings with nutritional yeast?
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    How long do grit and oyster shell last

    How long does a bag of oyster shell last for 5 birds in lay? Can I use the fine powdered oyster shell I have as a calcium supplement for goats or do I need flaked oyster shell for ducks? How long does a bag of grit last for 5 birds who don’t free range and eat mostly a commercial feed with a few...
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    Lamp vs plate

    I don’t know whether to get a heat lamp or a brooder plate for my future ducklings. I don’t even know how to use either one to keep them warm. Please advise and tell me which one you prefer.
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    How tall to build coop

    How tall are ducks? I want to build them a little house to sleep in, but don’t know how tall to make it so they can walk in and be comfortable.
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    White star ducks

    Does anyone have any experience with the white star duck hybrids from McMurray hatchery? How’s their temperament? I’m looking for a calm, docile duck
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    Herbal dewormer

    Is there an herbal dewormer for ducks? I use one for my goats (land of Havilah parasite formula) but have no idea if it’s safe for ducks. I’m willing to use conventional dewormer if necessary but figured I’d ask first. I don’t have ducks yet but have read several threads about deworming and it...
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    Space requirements

    What size run do I need for 4 egg laying ducks?
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    Egg laying lifespan

    How long do ducks lay? As in how many years before they’re too old to lay eggs? How long do they live after that? I’m considering getting ducks as pets that also produce something so if they work for me for a while, I’m willing to let them live out their life as pampered pets after that.
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    New to the forum

    Hi I’m dragonmaker. I’m considering getting ducks or chickens and I’m here to learn more from the experts.
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