Sometimes, I lay awake at night and think about how great my flock would look with all kinds of different duck breeds. (Well, maybe not really all night. I do like to sleep.) Ducks are lovely creatures that make great pets – and they lay eggs! Lots of eggs (sometimes, more consistently than… Read Full Article
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Duck Eggs: Nutrition & Buyer’s Guide
Blame it on the huge amount of nutrients or their deliciousness: It’s undeniable that duck eggs are becoming more and more popular for health nuts. While most people think of chickens when they eat eggs, duck eggs are gradually making their way to kitchen tables everywhere. And why not? They’re low in calories,… Read Full Article
How Long Do Ducks Live? Top Pet Breeds
Thinking of adding some of our web footed friends to your flock and wondering “how long do ducks live anyway?” Well, it’s a pretty good question – after all, you want your new pets around for a while! Truthfully, ducks are wonderfully hardy creatures that are relatively easy and fun to care for. … Read Full Article
Do Ducks Molt? Here’s What You Need To Know!
We all know chickens go through a molt every year, but did you ever wonder “do ducks molt?” In short, yes ducks molt. In fact, they molt quite a bit every year – possibly enough to build you a whole new duck. In fact, I’ve gone outside and wondered whether the drakes, hens,… Read Full Article