Duck

Runner ducks are known as being great egg layers and foragers. They are not known to be good mothers or for going broody. They are… Read More »Are Runner Ducks Good Mothers?

Ducks usually begin laying at about 6–7 months of age and should be laying at a rate of about 90% (i.e. 100 ducks laying 90… Read More »How Long Do Runner Ducks Take To Lay Eggs?

Ideal Conditions for Duck Mating They don’t necessarily need a body of water to mate, but it does make it easier for them. The body… Read More »Can Ducks Mate Without Water?

The ducks are ALL removed from the water by volunteers and staff. What happens to the rubber ducks dumped in Chicago River? “It’s a fundraiser… Read More »Do They Clean Up The Rubber Ducks In Chicago?

More Dense Than Air –the rubber duck floats because it is less dense than water. Do rubber ducks float? These adorable rubber themed duckies look… Read More »Does Rubber Duck Float Water?

In 1992, a cargo ship container tumbled into the North Pacific, dumping 28,000 rubber ducks and other bath toys that were headed from China to… Read More »Where Did The Rubber Ducks Go?

Muscovy ducks are known as the biggest duck breed, but they’re also known for their friendly personalities. They don’t like being handled, but they love… Read More »What Is The Largest Domestic Duck Breed?

2.1-2.5 in. Nesting Facts Clutch Size: 1-13 eggs Egg Length: 2.1-2.5 in (5.3-6.4 cm) Egg Width: 1.5-1.8 in (3.9-4.5 cm) Incubation Period: 23-30 days Egg… Read More »How Big Are Wild Duck Eggs?

Ducks should be fed fresh layer feed with calcium and 16% protein. Ducks enjoy free-range or pasture with grass. They eat a lot of bugs… Read More »What Should I Feed My Meat Ducks?

130-180 eggs. Production: A good layer, the Blue Swedish will lay about 130-180 eggs per year and reaches table weight by about 16 weeks. Temperament:… Read More »How Many Eggs Do Blue Swedish Ducks Lay A Year?