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Subject: Re: nest boxes for ducks
From: wtmorgan@pilot.msu.edu (Bill Morgan)
Organization: Michigan State Universe/City
Date: Fri, 01 Feb 02 14:58:44
Message-ID: <MOD$020201.10626@rec.gardens.ecosystems>
References: <MOD$020122.5428@rec.gardens.ecosystems>



In article <MOD$020122.5428@rec.gardens.ecosystems>, "Glen Granberry"
wrote:

> I have a pond with Mallards and Muscovies on it. I have ordered some
> cylinder type nest for the mallards. Does anyone have experience with these?
>
> I have read that muscovy ducks would nest in hollow trees or in elevated
> nest boxes. Has anyone used nest boxes placed in trees or on poles?
> What dimensions would be best for the muscovies? What size hole would you
> use? Would it need some sort of perch or landing? Any good plans out here?
> Thanks.

Have you tried contacting Ducks Unlimited? Surely they must have a website...

Regards,
Bill

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"Those who do not learn the lessons of science fiction are condemned to
live them." -- WTM

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