All Our Good Advice for Raising Ducks

Thinking of raising ducks in 2024? Here’s everything you need to know to care for them properly:

What Space Should We Offer Them?

  • Ducks need ample space to exercise, so provide at least 10 m² per duck, along with trees for shade and a cool environment.
  • Consider adding a pool or pond for swimming and drinking, with sand or gravel around it to prevent mud.
  • Build a ventilated shelter for resting, laying eggs, and protection from the elements, with regular litter changes to absorb droppings.
  • Place feeders inside the shelter and waterers outside to prevent litter from getting wet.
  • Ensure the enclosure is fenced to prevent predators and escape.

Raising Ducks: How to Feed Them?

  • Ducks are omnivorous and sociable, living easily with chickens. They have simple dietary needs but avoid foods like bread, biscuits, onions, citrus fruits, spinach, and avocados.
  • Offer seeds such as sunflower, pumpkin, chia, sesame, and flax seeds for energy.
  • Provide vegetables like lettuce, cabbage, broccoli, corn, beans, and peas.
  • Ducks enjoy hunting for earthworms, slugs, snails, and insects like beetles and mealybugs.
  • Offer fruits like berries, melons, pears, apples, bananas, and plums as treats.

By providing the right space and diet, you can ensure your ducks thrive and enjoy a happy, healthy life on your property.

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