Indian Runner Ducks & Home-made Duck House

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 25 май 2019
  • 🎧 Join me on Patreon for full access to the Mossy Bottom "A Walk in the Woods" Podcast Series: / mossybottom
    💪 Support my cottage restoration fund: www.gofundme.com/f/mossybottom
    🐷 Or browse more pictures of my animals and smallholding on Instagram: / mossy_bottom
    ✈️ And if you're interested in volunteering at Mossy Bottom, please get in touch through my Worldpackers page: hwww.worldpackers.com/position... and use my affiliate link when signing up to save money: www.worldpackers.com/promo/MO...

Комментарии • 1 тыс.

  • @elforeigner3260
    @elforeigner3260 5 лет назад +347

    Ducks are the fiercest predators of snails and slugs, but they don’t destroy the greens and they even fertilize them. Perfect pest control

    • @punk_towns
      @punk_towns 4 года назад +7

      @Antonio Jutronic can confirm! my runners love eating them

    • @azurehue2248
      @azurehue2248 4 года назад +10

      My ducks LOVE slugs. I also love them; I find them super cute. :( They are less cute when they destroy my squash. So I gotta choose!

    • @cogidubnus1953
      @cogidubnus1953 3 года назад +3

      @@azurehue2248 Our Khaki Campbells reduced our grassed area to a Somme-like expanse of mud and craters...slug and snail free, but pretty barren too! But they were a joy and I miss them...and the eggs too!

    • @maycodd6025
      @maycodd6025 3 года назад

      @@azurehue2248 you are amazing may

    • @mybigboiphilip6997
      @mybigboiphilip6997 3 года назад +7

      coming from a person with ducks, i dont know what you mean by "they dont destroy the greens"... my girl Ferdinand is a monster green destroyer... and an expert snail/slug ignore-er..

  • @lokisfriend
    @lokisfriend 5 лет назад +420

    Happy ducks, happy dog, peaceful home life. Lucky man, making his dream come true, much respect.

  • @hoochoy
    @hoochoy 5 лет назад +323

    This is my dream world! Big piece of land, small waterfall on a stream, birds, cows, chickens, ducks, a horse and the perfect dog , a Border Collie. Loved the video

    • @MWcrazyhorse
      @MWcrazyhorse 5 лет назад +9

      Start with a little piece of land and make it your reality!

    • @Naughtystimpy
      @Naughtystimpy 5 лет назад +4

      There will be lots and lots of 💩💩💩💩💩

    • @mrz-1860
      @mrz-1860 5 лет назад

      8-1-19 EST HI,My dad has been looking too(dream world) when you do, let me know, Please.( Shiloh, my dads best friend (I'm his Beagle) Super great video

    • @ceecee867
      @ceecee867 5 лет назад +20

      I was raised in a place like this and always thought it was too much work to be done even if I loved with all my life. Then I moved to a super tiny apartment on the city to work in an office (mostly to prepare myself for the real world), and suddenly I was like 'wth am I doing????? THIS is hardwork, I'm bloody unhappy, this isn't the real world, this is a joke'.
      Thing is, life is a hardwork, but some hardwokrs are just insane and unreasonable; I'm moving back as soon as I can for good.

    • @helenaville5939
      @helenaville5939 4 года назад +11

      @@shaash5236 It's only work if you don't enjoy doing it. It's leisure when you do.

  • @scoutingmallard
    @scoutingmallard 3 года назад +12

    4:10 - "One thing to be aware of duck is, they are quite timid to begin with"
    Duck: Give the food. GIVE THE FOOOOOOOOD!

  • @janerainsford8996
    @janerainsford8996 5 лет назад +388

    Omg. These ducks are adorable. It’s like a children’s book come to life.

    • @usmanmuhammed8897
      @usmanmuhammed8897 5 лет назад +5

      I am interested in a duck book.

    • @toaiguongjin2604
      @toaiguongjin2604 5 лет назад +1

      Jane Rainsford they're so cute so him too. How ducks know camera be shy too, wow. May be camera man make them shy?

    • @Yootjoob
      @Yootjoob 5 лет назад

      You mean Disney Story comes alive :-)

    • @exploringON
      @exploringON 4 года назад

      rollingklouds lmao

    • @TheGoodHeart1000
      @TheGoodHeart1000 4 года назад +1

      What a fantastic comment!😊😊😊

  • @LONDONIA2072
    @LONDONIA2072 5 лет назад +51

    Amongst all the scary news and depressing politics how wonderful to find a genuine and inspiring person sharing this wonderful content. Thanks!

  • @hellarey
    @hellarey 5 лет назад +38

    Not only are your ducks utmost lovable, but the construstion of the duck house is most impressive. 🏠🦆❤️

  • @fionasimagination
    @fionasimagination 3 года назад +6

    I love ducks♡ This year a wild duck started breeding in a flower pot infront of my bedroom window right next to my bed on our balcony. It was one of the most magical experiences ever. I am bedbound due to illness so I spent a lot of time watching and talking to the ducky♡ She only left for a short period every day in the evening to feed and wash and do her business. She didn't soil her nest even once. She had 6 gorgeous chicks. I hope she comes back next year♡

  • @HiddenEvilStudios
    @HiddenEvilStudios 5 лет назад +4

    Look at these LENGTHY LADS!
    Very good and ELONGATED quackers!

  • @cynhanrahan4012
    @cynhanrahan4012 5 лет назад +7

    I have a farm collie, his family comes down from immediate farm stock. And while mine sleeps indoors, his family has a door to the outside to protect the the stock, chickens, ducks. gees, turkeys, goats, sheep and the vegetable garden. My dog would be a horrid pet without the work he does, and needs his jobs to stay sane. And of course, his training. Lovely job, Mossy Bottom, I envy your life.

  • @evwesson5752
    @evwesson5752 Месяц назад +2

    I'm a watercolor painter and came across your video while looking for inspiration to paint nesting Canadian Geese. There's a bit of country in my soul, as that was my upbringing. Your ducks are charming and so are you!

  • @dianedede245
    @dianedede245 5 лет назад +21

    A gentle earth carer. What a blessing. All goodness to behold.

  • @stolennimbus
    @stolennimbus 5 лет назад +15

    The ducks looked so happy in the water. 🦆

  • @rondunn4336
    @rondunn4336 Год назад +9

    It is delightful to observe your kindness and love towards all your livestock. If they are not happy, healthy and content, you can not possibly be.

  • @soshay8442
    @soshay8442 2 года назад +2

    LOVE the duck house design. I have Indian runner ducks. They absolutely love the water. I live on a lake and the runners spend more time in the water than on land. They are so happy in the water. Even with a huge source of water in the lake, new puddles or water from the hose on the ground is also irresistible to them. Couldn’t imagine keeping them without water.
    Wonderful homestead you have. Love your videos.

  • @donelookin3386
    @donelookin3386 5 лет назад +9

    This guys voice is amazing, he could read me anything and I would have to listen. Some people put music on to sleep, I just put his video on... lol....

  • @katana2665
    @katana2665 5 лет назад +44

    For all the difficulties of my life these days, the one thing I can count on is a smile when i watch your life. I wish your ducks a long and healthy life. :)

  • @rmandel925
    @rmandel925 5 лет назад +103

    Charming ducks indeed and you sir are a charming presenter with a great channel, from another bird lover

  • @madeleine7729
    @madeleine7729 5 лет назад +33

    I'm in love with Nugget!

  • @marieleopold1625
    @marieleopold1625 5 лет назад +121

    AHHhhhhh, SoooOOOooo nice to see your EVER-SMILING face again! WHAT 'JOY' you exude young man! You make me pine for having some land of my own! WELL DONE! Your intelligent, well-researched, decisions and the GENUINE LOVE, you put into all you do...are so VERY 'Evident'! If I were a DUCK or any animal on your farm, I would feel as though I ended up in a 'Garden of Eden'! HEART, HEART, HEART! You place yourself as though into the very animal you incorporate, considering practicality, budget, safety for; animal, yourself and from predators . Materials are wisely chosen, environment at the forefront. TRULY, this is both; entertaining and informative. I realize, and though only in part, that you have much to consider, but it would make a good guide to format these videos into book form. I pray for your well-being 'Mossy Bottom' and look forward to following videos. Due keep SMILING...it ails all that is not! God Bless you!

    • @MossyBottom
      @MossyBottom  5 лет назад +18

      What a lovely comment! Thanks ever so much for your support! :)

    • @alansimpson2647
      @alansimpson2647 4 года назад

      then he better not make the mistake made there!

  • @ShimonKupferman
    @ShimonKupferman 5 лет назад +51

    It's so beautiful to watch you and the background around you.
    I wish you the best possible life!

  • @tmdavidson1478
    @tmdavidson1478 5 лет назад +10

    I'm glad you're sharing videos again. Your gentle and thoughtful approach to the creatures and your land is very inspiring.

  • @Charcolate_Ivy
    @Charcolate_Ivy 5 лет назад +23

    They are so adorable!! Although I have to admit that nugget is my favorite too... shhh don’t let the other two know.

  • @hannabass1132
    @hannabass1132 5 лет назад +10

    I LOVE ducks. They are silly and soft and cute from start to finish. I haven't raised that breed yet.

  • @scotnick59
    @scotnick59 5 лет назад +12

    It would do the world well having more folks like him it

  • @lovingatlanta
    @lovingatlanta 5 лет назад +18

    👍😍OMG yes!!!! @ 12:58 Ducks DEFINITELY need want & need water!! So adorable!!! Thank you for the blessing of this video. 🤗💞🤗

  • @karenolivo117
    @karenolivo117 4 года назад +1

    It is so fun to watch all these things that Mossy bottom I have an acre of land outside of Gervais Oregon United States the Ducks and the geese and the chickens and the ponies and the pigs it's like watching my life all over again

  • @JB-pd4ni
    @JB-pd4ni 5 лет назад +29

    "Charming creatures", I agree 100%! Glad to see all is well in your world.

  • @sheikowi
    @sheikowi 5 лет назад +8

    What a bright, good man,

  • @nomebear
    @nomebear 5 лет назад +6

    I was stunned at the beauty of the green fields of Ireland when I first saw them. Tis truly the greenest green I have ever seen.

  • @cherylj7460
    @cherylj7460 Год назад +1

    Aw, I once had a khaki Campbell! So beautiful! Sable brown, black feet and bill, green eyes. She was the only pet duck I’ve ever had that would stretch out on her side and love to be scratched. She rolled around just like a kitten!

  • @Saturn-uz6jc
    @Saturn-uz6jc 5 лет назад +1

    How man was meant to live. Connected to and apart of nature. Not disconnected and apart from nature. You are an inspiration to us all.

  • @paulboden7850
    @paulboden7850 5 лет назад +30

    Blessed are the peacemakers...🕊

  • @derekdalton5658
    @derekdalton5658 3 года назад +3

    Nugget is a heart breaker. What a cute duck. And so affectionate.😊

  • @lindaschoenherr482
    @lindaschoenherr482 5 лет назад +11

    Love the ducks. What a good dad you are. You have made a very nice place for them.

  • @mjadams3731
    @mjadams3731 5 лет назад +108

    So glad you're back! Have missed your videos. And the ducks....yes, they do belong to the water pond with out a doubt :)

    • @Sindri44
      @Sindri44 5 лет назад

      All ducks Like water But it is not necessary IRD / Cayuga's / Khakis Need big pools even less .....Hell Cayuga ducks are a mountain Duck No ponds up there

  • @sarajane7610
    @sarajane7610 5 лет назад +12

    Awe your sweet ducks are so adorable. They came right to you so cute.

  • @kathymaynard6213
    @kathymaynard6213 5 лет назад +10

    Love seeing your farm. Thanks so much for sharing it with us city dwellers. Peaceful and serene.

  • @Bolensgoldrush
    @Bolensgoldrush 3 года назад +1

    Your duck house is not only beautiful to look at, but it's incredibly well-thought-out and functional. Amazing!

  • @sterlingprice5963
    @sterlingprice5963 5 лет назад +23

    The place is looking up, and your flock is growing. Love the ducks.
    Peace.

  • @chefevilee9566
    @chefevilee9566 5 лет назад +31

    You chose wisely. I had Indian runners for three and s half years. I love them dearly. I just gave them away about a month ago😭But they went to go live at a wonderful farm with 50 acres in a 7 acre pond.!

    • @2degucitas
      @2degucitas 5 лет назад

      Can they swim? Their body seems the wrong shape.

    • @chefevilee9566
      @chefevilee9566 5 лет назад +1

      2degucitas lol They are goofy looking but Yep they can swim great. They can fly to get away from predators also. But they do not do either as well as like a mallard. But they do fine. They are really wonderful ducks as you can tell from the video! They are really loving and just so much fun to have. And I believe they lay eggs through their entire life also? that is a bonus over a chicken. That’s what I was told but cannot confirm because they were 3 1/2 years old with many more years to go.
      My husband and I are going to be traveling for work and they are just big work to pay somebody to come and take care of.

    • @2degucitas
      @2degucitas 5 лет назад +1

      @@chefevilee9566
      Thanks.

    • @lucaspuillet4878
      @lucaspuillet4878 4 года назад

      Lee Michaels I have a question, can they free range and come back at night like chickens?
      I have a huge garden but no enclosures, my chickens just roam everywhere and come back because they know that their home is the chicken coop, do ducks do the same or they might just fly away or run away?

  • @cottonwood992000
    @cottonwood992000 5 лет назад +14

    Great video. Here in New Mexico, on the high desert, we don't have slug problems so much as ticks but letting the chickens out to free range during the day totally eliminates the ticks and all garden pests. Plus they fertilize the garden as they go. Natural, organic fertilizer and pest control! What could be better. Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration!

  • @goaskalice9310
    @goaskalice9310 5 лет назад +11

    Thank you mossy from my humble cabin in America, I’ve always loved Indian runners, but more of a goose and chicken farmer, so dang cute

  • @timmorey9844
    @timmorey9844 5 лет назад +24

    Howdy from South Texas. Great video and some really good Tips. Enjoyed it.

  • @kathrynkidd7828
    @kathrynkidd7828 5 лет назад +9

    Watching from New Zealand. Good to see you back. Love your ducks.

  • @moiragoldsmith7052
    @moiragoldsmith7052 5 лет назад +16

    I was just thinking about you t'other day. So peaceful watching you. Thanks. Xxxx

  • @000Margy000
    @000Margy000 3 года назад +1

    My son put me on to your channel. It's brilliant! Thank you for letting us in on your life, your videos are so refreshing.

  • @susanbrown2909
    @susanbrown2909 5 лет назад +9

    So glad you have the ducks quality of life at heart..u look after your animals well...Arrh s cute in the water area.
    They love swimming and ducking under the water,so delightful to see.

  • @mdog0657
    @mdog0657 5 лет назад +6

    I figured when I saw he ducks on Intagram that a new video wouldn't be far behind. The ducks are much more personable (for lack of a better term) than I thought they would be. Nice to see a new video and look forward to the cottage restoration.

  • @lynnnorton7155
    @lynnnorton7155 5 лет назад +47

    Loved this video! Your ducks are precious and it was nice to hear from you again.

  • @southerntexashomestead5028
    @southerntexashomestead5028 5 лет назад +14

    Your ducks are wonderful. Great to see how happy they are in their gorgeous home. Love the bit at the end ♡

  • @soniarose1387
    @soniarose1387 5 лет назад +2

    Those beautiful cows in the background ❤️

  • @mortimer67
    @mortimer67 5 лет назад +18

    Delighted to see you uploading again!

  • @dorindamiddleton5418
    @dorindamiddleton5418 5 лет назад +10

    I’ve missed your videos so much! I know winters are wet over there and it was probably hard to keep filming, but you’ve been missed my friend. Love your little ducks! I’ve been thinking about getting some when we move. Hoping for a sweet bed and breakfast with land to market garden and room for a few animals. Keeping you in my prayers.

  • @Afonso_Guest_House
    @Afonso_Guest_House 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you for your video. You are a beautiful human being and your voice is so calming! Thank you indeed!

  • @sandyp9891
    @sandyp9891 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you for this! I almost always have my breakfast of eggs and garden veggies sitting in front of a RUclips video or two and this one made me smile... a lot. I wish I could have ducks, but I can't deal with the preditors where I live in SE Texas USA, namely rat snakes, coyotes, bobcats, and our own species of fox. I would cry a river if I lost a duck or a chicken. So, yes, thanks again because I love to see success stories and happy animals. ;)

  • @peacefulwife5199
    @peacefulwife5199 5 лет назад +13

    I LOVE NUGGET!! Darcy and the other one are really sweet but Nugget is awesome. Love your new video. It's been a long time since we saw your place. You look so grand. This life suits you. Love the duck house, so practical. Awesome design. Those duck eggs will fetch a nice price or barter. Most Excellent. Great editing. Hope to see you again real soon. 🦋🐞🦋

  • @kiera1hypatia
    @kiera1hypatia 5 лет назад +14

    Oh my heart, your ducks are absolutely precious! Love the added bloopers at the end. :D
    Lovely video, as always.

  • @jillmadigan9841
    @jillmadigan9841 2 года назад

    I had a lonely runner duck from warmer Tennessee join my little flock in colder Wisconsin, who used to freak out Ms Cayuga by swimming under her in the kiddy-pool. Your lovely Nugget brought me a great memory. Otherwise, she was quite shy, demure, and respectful.

  • @jennymay4720
    @jennymay4720 5 лет назад +7

    I've been drawing ducklings all well and stumbling on this video made me so happy. Spec to see them in the water, which I agree with you they love. Great work on the duck house. Love your videos. Thank you.

  • @tofumommy
    @tofumommy 5 лет назад +14

    They are so adorable! I miss my Runners. My Cayuga duck and one of my Pekins went broody and are expecting babies in the next couple of weeks, and several of my sneaky hens have hatched out chicks this spring and summer. I love your duck house! PS: All waterfowl need water!

  • @wolfyweir
    @wolfyweir 5 лет назад +9

    Awesome. Like your style buddy. Keep up the good work.

  • @usmanmuhammed8897
    @usmanmuhammed8897 5 лет назад +1

    Three angels so cute.

  • @chadsperandeo7626
    @chadsperandeo7626 5 лет назад +2

    Duck you
    Just kidding😆. This video is so therapeutic. Who knew ducks were so adorable!!!

  • @ayosilva
    @ayosilva 5 лет назад +4

    Great video, cute ducks! Thanks for sharing!

  • @smellyolegoat150
    @smellyolegoat150 5 лет назад +3

    Charming, the ducks, the dog, the cows, the land, the duck house, and you! Keep it up.

  • @pragnaparmar9588
    @pragnaparmar9588 5 лет назад +2

    Beautiful surroundings with great natural beauty.A quiet and peaceful area, creation of our God.
    You are truly blessed with good quality of life.

  • @lovingatlanta
    @lovingatlanta 5 лет назад +1

    👍The bloopers and outtakes were abordable!!! 💞

  • @janicerosenthal8798
    @janicerosenthal8798 5 лет назад +9

    Love seeing your videos again always a pleasure. The ducks are just wonderful and yes they love that little stream ❤️🦆🦆🦆

  • @judithshaw890
    @judithshaw890 5 лет назад +7

    Very informative video! I'm from Waco, TX but fell in love with Ireland when I visited a couple of years ago. You have a blessed life!

  • @yvonnedavies9693
    @yvonnedavies9693 5 лет назад

    Love watching how it is all progressing on your homestead and especially the new additions... Thank You :)

  • @cynthiaennis3107
    @cynthiaennis3107 5 лет назад +1

    How cute they are & so enjoying their swim! Love it! It’s really coming along nicely! Love the beautiful blue wild flowers behind you at the spring! That’s a gorgeous shot!

  • @MrAdrianhughes
    @MrAdrianhughes 5 лет назад +6

    Keep posting. Glad your back.

  • @elainecampbell8083
    @elainecampbell8083 5 лет назад +8

    Wonderful video. And loved the out takes. lol Very interesting how you raised the ducks and their environment. Beautiful! :)

  • @liubagallucci5275
    @liubagallucci5275 4 года назад

    I was born in a farm in Brazil, but now I live in Maine USA....We had lots of chickens, ducks and some geese too.....I love to see your videos....I cant wait to see your cottage, I visited Ireland a very long time ago and I loved the little cottages. Stay happy and healthy, Liuba

  • @nimir2006
    @nimir2006 5 лет назад +2

    Such a precious video! Thank you so much for sharing your life. Loved the 'bloopers' at the end.

  • @RiverBirchFarm
    @RiverBirchFarm 5 лет назад +5

    Just found your channel today, love the ducks! I also have ducks and will be using your ideas on their new house. Thank you for a great video!

  • @conorcrotty
    @conorcrotty 5 лет назад +6

    Ha! Love the out-takes at the end. Keep up the great work absolutely inspiring.

  • @dylanmarmino
    @dylanmarmino 5 лет назад +51

    when I was a kid I found eggs under a dock by a river and put them in my dads incubator and we hatched and raised wild ducks along side our chickens free range

  • @margietucker1719
    @margietucker1719 5 лет назад +1

    The ducks and their first experience with water---how charming! Loved seeing how excited they were ♥

  • @alli3010
    @alli3010 5 лет назад +16

    Bliss!!! Happy you’re back! Cannot wait to see what else you’ve been up to!!! Enjoying every bit of it!!!

  • @briancd37
    @briancd37 5 лет назад +6

    Great to see a new video - and that everything is going well!

  • @cynthiabroockman1752
    @cynthiabroockman1752 5 лет назад +3

    So lovely to see you are happy and thriving on your place. Just wondered the other day how it was going in Ireland looking at my subscribed list. The ducks are adorable!

  • @ronhooks1123
    @ronhooks1123 5 лет назад +1

    Very nice video!! So easy to watch! Thanks for sharing your life with us. Peace and love from South West Florida!!!

  • @patricia1955
    @patricia1955 5 лет назад +3

    I want to see an hour video of those adorable ducks. Amazing video, thank you.

  • @pinkmarshmallow352
    @pinkmarshmallow352 5 лет назад +3

    I stumbled across your video in my recommended list, well, I have to say you are a joy to watch! Such an interesting and informative video! I've subscribed, looking forward to catching up on your previous videos and future ones! TFS .

  • @HEATHERFIT
    @HEATHERFIT 5 лет назад

    Randomly stumbled on your channel and I love it! My aunt used to have a homestead on Salt Spring Island BC, I remember visiting here there and falling in love with her indian runner duck, it was such a sweet animal

  • @terrahara3942
    @terrahara3942 5 лет назад +2

    I really enjoy your videos. Your growing babies are so sweet, and perfect for your farm. Thanks for sharing!

  • @carolinebrown8965
    @carolinebrown8965 5 лет назад +4

    Beautiful!!!!!! Love to see the progress on the farm 😊🐛🐾🐉

  • @brendankeane5725
    @brendankeane5725 5 лет назад +9

    glad you're back, watching in Conamara

  • @JKMA818
    @JKMA818 5 лет назад +2

    Wonderful happy you are back and enjoying the sun and your land.

  • @how2withbasics567
    @how2withbasics567 5 лет назад +2

    Nice to have you back Daniel, once again a great informative video

  • @KJensenStudio
    @KJensenStudio 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks for providing some good tips about duck raising. I had the good fortune of having a couple of duck friends a few years ago, and you are so right about their timid nature. They'd stop by my house every day for a pan of fresh water, and we would hang out together for a while. Very affectionate, very emotional. I miss them every day since we moved. I'm so glad you 'get' them :-)

  • @avalondreaming1433
    @avalondreaming1433 5 лет назад +4

    You've been gone too long! So happy that you're back. The ducks are adorable.

  • @BenitaWinckler
    @BenitaWinckler 5 лет назад

    What a lovely video - and what a great way to live. That moment when the ducklings enter the water - they look so happy :)

  • @Roo-s_Life
    @Roo-s_Life 5 лет назад

    I love your set up, the ducks are adorable. I couldn't agree more that a proper water source for them to swim and bathe is a vital part of their environmental enrichment. Thank you for a lovely video x

  • @stormarela
    @stormarela 5 лет назад +13

    Thank you for sharing with us!!!

  • @trishcanavan
    @trishcanavan 5 лет назад +4

    Great to see you again.Your ducks are beautiful. Watching you from the west of ireland, practically neighbours!!! Connemara in Co.Galway xx

  • @bordercollie1255
    @bordercollie1255 5 лет назад

    I could watch mossy and the ducks all day long and not get bored. Adorable. 🦆 🦆 🦆 🐕 🤗

  • @MrWeazlebee
    @MrWeazlebee 4 года назад

    Dude seeing your ducks in the stream for the first time made me so happy. Your videos are amazing to watch. Much love, keep on living the dream