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anonymous
Posted on August 10, 2008
Ducks may be kept successfully on open ponds, provided a nearby dry sheltered area is available. Ducks kept on ponds may obtain part of their food from plant and animal life in and around the pond, but supplemental feeding will probably be necessary.… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 10, 2008
In areas where poultry raising is allowed and space is available, a small flock of ducks can be kept in the yard of a household at a low cost. Except for a brooder, which is needed for the first week or so, the main facilities and equipment needed to… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 5, 2008
The Runner ducks are the Leghorns of the duck family. They are prolific layers. Three hundred egg Indian Runner ducks were described and illustrated in the poultry press of 1912 to 14, and preceded the future for 300 egg hens which came later. In Eng… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 5, 2008
The Mallard duck is the ancestor of almost all domestic breeds of ducks and clearly that of the Rouen. Though marked with the same color pattern as Mallards, with drakes having green heads, white collars, claret breast and a blue patch on the wing, R… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 5, 2008
Origin: From various European countries. They were named after the main breeding area, Pommerania, and have been bred since 1920 in Switzerland.
Characteristics: The Pommeranian Duck has a weight of approx. 2.3 to 2.7 kg; the drakes reach on average… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 4, 2008
The most popular market duck in America is the Pekin. It is bred in one variety, white; and a creamy white plumage and orange shanks and toes are desired. The bill should rich yellow in color, and black in the bill or bean is a serious defect. Pekin … more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 4, 2008
The Buff Orpington duck, sometimes called the Buff duck, is of English origin. The color should be buff or it is sometimes described as seal brown or rich fawn. These ducks should follow the Pekin in size and shape.
Reference:
All Breeds of Poultry,… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 3, 2008
The Crested White ducks are probably of Pekin and Aylesbury breeding, the tuft of feathers on the head, which occasionally appears, having been recognized as a point of attraction, selected and bred for. The breed has not been extensively bred. The b… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 3, 2008
The Black Cayuga is of American origin, and takes its name from Cayuag county, New York state. It carries the blood of the wild black duck, the Black East India, and probably some Rouen blood was introduced for the purpose of somewhat larger size. Th… more ›
anonymous
Posted on August 1, 2008
This is our recommendation for a domestic duck diet, based on input from Avian Veterinarians, Wildlife Rehabbers and Ducksperts all over the globe. We list food choices that are readily available to consumers.
Avoid commercial diets designed to grow… more ›
anonymous
Posted on July 31, 2008
by Tirath S. Sandhu, DVM, Ph.D. and William F. Dean, Ph.D.
Ducks are raised under a wide variety of conditions, ranging from a backyard coop for a few ducks to modern housing for large flocks on a commercial duck farm. Duck farming systems around th… more ›
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