Ducks

One advantage of raising ducks is that they are more cold-hardy than chickens. Before ducks can be fully cold-hardy, however, they have to grow to become adults. Young ducks are …

One downside to keeping ducks is their noisiness. Ducks are generally noisy, especially the females. They quack/chatter when they are happy, when they see you coming with food, when they …

Ducks are some of the hardiest birds. They can stay out in the cold and remain unbothered by the harshness of the weather. Their feathers, fat layers, and preen gland …

With so many duck breeds available today, which one do you think is the best for you? When choosing the best duck breed, we consider physical appearance, egg laying ability, …

One thing people love about ducks is their ability to swim, fly, run, and walk. However, when ducks fly, their owners can worry because the ducks can lose their way …

Ducks come in various sizes and weights that vary by breed. Each breed serves different purposes and have many features that distinguish them from each other. Based on their weights, …

If you are new to duck rearing, you might be wondering what kind of foods ducks will eat. Do they eat plant matter, do they eat animal matter, or do …

Ducks are adorable and very easy to take care of which is why they tend to make good pets. Ducks have also adjusted well to humans as a result of …

If you are a proud duck owner, then by now you have witnessed your duck siblings mating. While most homesteaders leave their ducks to mate whenever and whoever they want, …

The first thing you’ll notice when you look at any duck is their plumage. Ducks have waterproof feathers. The feathers are so water resistant that they can dive underwater and …