Have you ever thought of raising chickens? What about ducks? If given the choice, which would you raise?
Ducks are easier to raise than chickens. Ducks are hardier and need less care than chickens. However, chickens are more popular, so chicken feeds and supplies are more readily available.
Before you decide which bird you should raise, you have to consider the pros and cons of each. You also have to know why you want to raise birds in the first place.
Which Should You Raise, Chickens or Ducks?
When it comes to laying eggs, chickens and ducks have differences. In egg size, duck eggs are larger than chicken eggs. Generally, two duck eggs equal three chicken eggs in size.
Raising Birds for Eggs
According to the breed, most chickens are ready to be butchered as meat in 4-6 months (some, as early as 2 months). Ducks, however, do not grow as fast as chickens (5-7 months).
Raising Birds for Meat