These ducks were developed in Scotland around 1900 from stock that came from the East Indies. These uniquely appearing ducks have long, slender bodies and a vertical posture thus leading to their nicknames of “Penguin Ducks” or “Bottle Necks.” Runners do not waddle like other ducks but move with a quick step. They are smaller ducks that are good foragers, lay white eggs, and are a very interesting addition to any farmstead. NEW this year Black, Chocolate, Fawn & White and Blue Runners will be available as indvidual breeds.
Love my runner ducks!!! Extremely healthy. Easy to herd because they like to stay in a tight grouping. They love the cold, too. My runners are out in the snow and ice right, now. They prefer that to being in the barn.
Did You Know?
An ideal chicken perch is about 2 inches in diameter. If you have bantams, a 1 inch diameter is big enough.