{"product_id":"day-old-indian-runner-ducklings","title":"Day-Old Indian Runner Ducklings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDay-Old Indian Runner Ducklings — Upright, Lively \u0026amp; Utterly Charming\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndian Runner ducklings are a delight from the moment they hatch — alert, active, and already showing the upright posture that makes this breed so distinctive. Whether you're adding to an existing flock or starting fresh, Runners are a fantastic choice for anyone who wants a productive, entertaining, and low-maintenance duck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Indian Runners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding layers\u003c\/strong\u003e — hens can produce up to 300 eggs per year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant foragers\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for natural pest control in the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpright and elegant\u003c\/strong\u003e — they run rather than waddle, making them endlessly entertaining to watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriendly and sociable\u003c\/strong\u003e — they thrive in groups and quickly become tame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare for Your Ducklings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep ducklings in a warm brooder at around 30–32°C for the first week, reducing gradually as they feather up. Use waterfowl or chick crumb feed — ensure they can dip their bills in water to keep their nostrils clear. Ducklings should not have access to open water unsupervised until fully feathered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: ducklings are available for collection only. We do not ship live birds. Collection arrangements will be confirmed after purchase.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatching eggs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56296339341652,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/2363\/5796\/files\/5dee90b1-72e9-4a49-9ba9-98fa8ef772a3.jpg?v=1782887750","url":"https:\/\/hatchmade.co.uk\/products\/day-old-indian-runner-ducklings","provider":"Hatching eggs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}