Question about Indian Runner ducklings.?

Question

My order of Indian Runners came in today- but I have a couple of questions.

They are roughly the size and color of these ducklings pictured- http://www.flickr.com/photos/birdyboo/77337156/

I was wondering about how old they were likely to be, and what color they actually are/will grow into.

Also- I noticed they all had one rough/scaley feather on their back- is this normal?

Answer 1

Those ducklings are adorable!  From what I gather, the markings on the back are normal, but don't quote me on that.  It's really hard to determine the exact age, because ducklings are so well developed when they're born.  I'd say less than a month old.