7: Ducks and geese Flashcards
What kind of drinkers do breeder duck have?
Nipple feeders
Where and when do ducks lay eggs?
Early morning in nest on floor
Why are dirty eggs a particular problem?
Egg washing removes cuticle which alters incubation process
What are “bangers”?
Gas-forming bacteria in eggs
What is the greatest loss in hatch due to?
Bacteria e.g. E Coli
Which fungus is especially a problem?
Aspergillus
What is “starving out”?
Yolk sac runs out - a management problems
Which toxins are ducks extra sensitive to?
Mycotoxins
What happens if duck eats string?
Impacts gizzard
What happens if duck eats a sharp object?
Penetrates gizzard and air sac contains black fluid
Where do you see evidence of lead poisoning?
Gizzard
How can you remove feathers as a byproduct?
Wax
Where do you keep male and female breeder ducks?
Separate pens but in sight and sound of each other
Where do ducks like to put their eggs?
Bury
What are muscovy ducks more similar to?
Geese
