Yeah, that is what we have done with all the other ducks. And we did it for these ducklings as well. Only thing is these didn't figure it out. That's why I suggested he build a ramp out of some scrap cedar planks. It took them a while, but they are finally (slowly) getting the hang if it.
Yeh, when they get out into the field foraging they will suddenly turn and run down the alley towards the pool...the Rouens will be running and flapping their wings and the Khakis will still leave them in the dust and beat them to and in the pool....Yeah, some of the wings are so small. But that doesn't stop them from flapping them.
The smallest birds do seem to be growing. However, they are by no means catching up with the biggest girls. They still get rolled when the ducklings panic & run into a corner. But, MAN! can those little ones run!!!
DH has been putting them back in their pen at night, and it seems that one or two has not cooperated. Tonight he was thrilled, because they all immediately put themselves away when he went out to feed them.
WOW! That's an excellent price! I'll have to check it out, next time we are in Dallas. But, that may be a while.
Well, my ducks do bill through the mud - a LOT! I think this one was just taking a break.Your ducks are different than mine....anywhere there is water or mud there are bill holes everywhere in the vacinity....
We ended up with 1.1" and a mucked up goat yard & chicken yard. DH put hay out to make it nicer for the animals.
