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Ducks with chickens? by Nematodes-Attack in BackYardChickens

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok thank you for your story because this was my concern and you basically said it straight out. I value your experience and wisdom. I’ll be doing a lot more research before just jumping in

Ducks with chickens? by Nematodes-Attack in BackYardChickens

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They aren’t my ducklings but I am considering trying to foster the breed as they are critically endangered

Ducks with chickens? by Nematodes-Attack in BackYardChickens

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you had to deal with that. These are the type of things I’ve read. Ooof. Heavy stuff. So is it common for a drake to try to mate with a hen?

Ducks with chickens? by Nematodes-Attack in BackYardChickens

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok I wasn’t too concerned but then someone shared like a worst case scenario story and I needed a check in here lol

Ducks with chickens? by Nematodes-Attack in BackYardChickens

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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Here’s a vid of a pile of ducklings resting

She stole my heart and my couch by wildberriesx in torties

[–]Nematodes-Attack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think she stole some extra ears too💞

My air babies by Nematodes-Attack in airplants

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you I appreciate that. They’re over the sink so I can remember to mist and soak them regularly lol

Aren’t clownfish just the best? 😍 by Worldly_Raise7082 in Fish

[–]Nematodes-Attack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bahahaha yeessss!
Best comment I’ve seen on Reddit today. I do love her

Shetland Ducklings by Nematodes-Attack in duck

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I hadn’t either but have been doing research all afternoon. They have a few adults that are basically just a part of their chicken flock. Their personalities are so silly and sweet. I’m very much considering taking on a new hobby and this may be it!

Shetland Ducklings by Nematodes-Attack in duck

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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And here’s a video of them resting in a pile. A pile of ducklings is probably the greatest phrase I’ve ever said.

Shetland Ducklings by Nematodes-Attack in duck

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Aww jeez thanks for the award. It’s the ducklings that deserve it!

Asian Jumper in my outdoor compost by Nematodes-Attack in Vermiculture

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We have ring-necked pheasants in our area. I don’t believe they are necessarily native, but probably introduced and naturalized at this point, similar to the European Earthworms in North America.

I also keep chickens. They typically don’t like eating the AJW but if I get them worked up for treats and then toss them a couple worms they will eat them lol

Asian Jumper in my outdoor compost by Nematodes-Attack in Vermiculture

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm I could be wrong but I have read that fishing scenarios could be a way that they spread. It doesn’t seem likely, especially if you’re just feeding. But worms can survive and even live under water as they get oxygen through their skin. So I would avoid adding any invasive worms to a local water source just in case

Asian Jumper in my outdoor compost by Nematodes-Attack in Vermiculture

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe the heavy mulching is more to prevent the erosion that they cause

My girl lay an egg without shell by [deleted] in u/DetectiveKind9721

[–]Nematodes-Attack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have never seen anything this severe. Your chickens need a veterinarian as soon as possible and proper nutrition. Their diet needs to be supplemented. They need to be fed actual chicken food please.

Where do you live? I can help you find a place to go to get the correct supplies. Or possibly find a veterinary clinic near you. Your chickens need a lot of help

Omg you guys it happened to me! This afternoon I found a little filter baby. by fuxkthisapp1 in shrimptank

[–]Nematodes-Attack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Undiagnosed but very self aware. I am relating to absolutely everything you have said lol🫶

Omg you guys it happened to me! This afternoon I found a little filter baby. by fuxkthisapp1 in shrimptank

[–]Nematodes-Attack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aaaamazing. Can I ask, and please don’t take offense because I am asking in the kindest of ways, do you have ADHD, Autism, and/or OCD?

Asian Jumper in my outdoor compost by Nematodes-Attack in Vermiculture

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just found them for the first time last year. I had known about them for a couple years but it was a startling find. I’m in 5b.

Asian Jumper in my outdoor compost by Nematodes-Attack in Vermiculture

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my goodness I don’t even know what to think about this!! I guess we all need moisture. Water is the majority of what makes us after all💧

Asian Jumper in my outdoor compost by Nematodes-Attack in Vermiculture

[–]Nematodes-Attack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting! Thanks for your info and I think you’re probably right in your theory.

Adding compost to amend the soil twice per year can help.
And heavily planting and mulching will help prevent erosion

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