I. Introduction
Ducklings are adorable pets and great companions for children. They bring a lot of fun and surprises to our lives. However, to ensure the health and well-being of our ducklings, we need to feed them properly. This article will detail how to feed ducklings from hatching to growth.
Second, the incubation stage
1.Eggs: Choose fresh duck eggs, preferably from healthy and well-kept female ducks. Make sure the eggs are intact and undamaged.
2.Temperature control: During incubation, keep the temperature stable at 37Around 5, this is the most suitable temperature. You can use an incubator or place it in a warm box to keep it warm.
3.Egg Flipping: Eggs need to be turned regularly every day to help the ducklings break out of their shells.
4.Observation: About a week after hatching, observe whether the eggs are moving. If the duckling's activity can be clearly seen, it has successfully hatched.
3. Feeding stage
1.Newborn ducklings: Freshly hatched ducklings can be placed in a basket covered with a soft towel to keep the basket temperature stable. Give the ducklings fully cooked rice or crumbs of bread and mix them with warm boiled water, preferably without sticking to their hands. Feed 6-8 times a day, gradually increasing the amount of feed as the ducklings grow.
2.After two weeks: The ducklings are growing up and can start feeding chopped fresh greens or pellets. Feed and water should be kept fresh and spoiled food should be avoided.
3.After three weeks: The ducklings can be trained to forage for food on their own, scattering food on the ground or on a shallow plate for the ducklings to peck at on their own. Feed 3-4 times a day while making sure there is plenty of water.
4.Growth period: After the ducklings enter the growth stage, the proportion of roughage, such as rice, corn, etc., should be gradually increased to help the ducklings grind their teeth and exercise their digestive system. At the same time, maintain a clean source of water every day**.
4. Daily care
1.Cleanliness: Keep the ducklings' living environment clean and tidy, and clean the duck house and food bowl every day to avoid food debris and droppings contaminating food and water sources. Wash the duckling's body regularly to prevent ** disease and other health problems.
2.Light: Proper light can help ducklings stay healthy and promote growth. Give the ducklings at least 12 hours of light every day, but avoid direct sunlight to harm the ducklings.
3.Epidemic prevention: Regularly check the physical condition of the ducklings, and deal with any abnormalities in time. According to the local epidemic situation, timely vaccination to prevent the occurrence of infectious diseases.