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Will Your Ducks Return to the Coop at Night? Here’s What to Expect

ByJuan D Rivera

As a duck owner, I’ve spent my fair share of evenings watching my feathery companions waddle to their coop at dusk, often without a second thought. It’s one of those simple yet fascinating behaviors that…

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Do Ducks Need Water in Their Coop at Night? What I Learned the Hard Way

ByJuan D Rivera

When I first got ducks, I thought I had it all figured out. Feed, shelter, maybe a kiddie pool in the yard—and boom, I’d be knee-deep in happy quackers. Turns out, ducks are quirky little…

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The Top Duck Breeds for Homesteading or Small Farms You Should Know

ByJuan D Rivera

If you’re considering adding ducks to your homestead or small farm, you’re in for a treat. Ducks offer a variety of benefits, from their delicious eggs to their ability to help with pest control. But,…

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Why Duck Meat Isn’t As Popular As Chicken—And What You Need to Know

ByJuan D Rivera

Let’s face it: when most people think of poultry, they picture a plump, golden-brown chicken sizzling on the dinner plate. It’s the classic staple, the go-to option for almost every meal. Duck, on the other…

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Do Ducks Prefer Dirty Water or Should You Keep Their Pond Clean?

ByJuan D Rivera

When I first brought home a few ducks, I figured keeping their little pond clean would be a once-a-week chore at most. But within hours, their water turned from crystal clear to something that looked…

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Can You Put Different Ducklings Together? A Guide to Raising a Happy Flock

ByJuan D Rivera

Raising ducks is one of those experiences that combines a bit of country charm with a lot of hands-on work. Whether you’ve just brought home your first ducklings or are considering adding new ones to…

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Can Ducks and Geese Crossbreed? Myth or Possibility?

ByJuan D Rivera

If you’ve spent any time around ducks or geese, you’ve probably marveled at their unique personalities and playful interactions. You may have even pondered an intriguing question: can ducks and geese crossbreed? After all, they…

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Raising Ducks for Meat: When to Harvest for Best Flavor and Texture

ByJuan D Rivera

I’ll be the first to admit it: raising ducks wasn’t exactly on my bingo card when I started dabbling in backyard farming. I imagined chickens, maybe a goat or two—but ducks? They waddled into my…

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Ruddy shelduck with ducklings
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Why Do Ducks Huddle Together? The Cozy Truth Behind This Behavior

ByJuan D Rivera

Out in my backyard one chilly morning, I noticed my small flock of ducks squished into a fluffy pile, feathers fluffed up and beaks tucked into wings. It looked like a feathered quilt come to…

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