![]() ![]() The number of ducks kept on ponds must be limited to prevent an over-supply of nutrients and overgrowth of plant life which will cause depletion of oxygen in the water and kill the fish. Manure from the ducks provide nutrients for growth of animal and plant life which the fish consume. Ponds are stocked with fish such as Tilapia which are raised for human food. In tropical areas it is common to combine duck raising on ponds with fish farming. Ducks kept on ponds may obtain part of their food from plant and animal life in and around the pond, but supplemental feeding will probably be necessary. If predators are a problem at night, the open areas of the shed and pen may have to be covered with inexpensive netting or wire mesh.ĭucks may be kept successfully on open ponds, provided a nearby dry sheltered area is available. ![]() Low fencing (about 61cm) is satisfactory for Pekins, since they do not fly, but not for Muscovies, which are adept to becoming airborne. The earth floor of the sheltered area should be bedded with straw, shavings or similarly dry absorbent material. Whenever available, sandy soil is preferable for the duck yard because it drains quickly after a rain. The shelter should be located on a high, well-drained area of the yard. Except for a brooder, which is needed for the first week or so, the main facilities and equipment needed to get started are a simple structure, such as a partially-enclosed shed, inexpensive fencing, a feed hopper or trough made of wood and a simply constructed watering device. In areas where poultry raising is allowed and space is available, a small flock of ducks can be kept in the yard of a household at a low cost.
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