What is the best type of duck feed?

Answer by  stellargamebirds (121)

Ducks need niacin in their diet, therefore if a feedstore has a duck mash, that should be given to ducklings at a young age, brewer's yeast can be added to a chicken layer diet to provide proper diet to ducks. Reading labels on feed bags will help make decisions.

Answer by  elyse57 (19)

A diet similar to what ducks would eat in their natural habitat would ultimately provide the best form of nutrition. In the wild, ducks eat a wide variety of things such as; worms, small insects, snails, etc. They also eat natural seeds, grains, and vegetables.

Answer by  shiney (23)

The best foods for ducks are garden snails, worms, night crawlers, blood worms etc. Also natural seeds or grains like wheat, barley, oats etc can be given. Chopped vegetable trimmings or peels also good food for ducks.

Answer by  purplelilac (10)

The best type of feed for ducks is a pelleted mash which helps them maintain good health when it is used as their main staple.

Answer by  patti (29325)

The best thing to feed ducks is shell corn. Ducks and geese should not be fed bread and bread products, which can cause birth defects.

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

Constant fresh water, for ducklings feed with 20-22% protein for the first 3-5 weeks. Adults need 14-16% protein, laying ducks 16-18% protein. You can consult your University Co-operative Extension Service for excellent advice. Remember, feed is only part of the effort- you need sufficient time, space and housing as well.

Answer by  mallisia (54)

well... I know lots, but there isn't really a best. it really depends on what kind of duck. but if your just talking about all ducks than bread, or un salted crackers.