| Black Swedish | |
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| Black Swedish ducks | |
| Information | |
| Origin | Pomerania |
| Class | Mediumweight |
| Egg Production | 100-150 per year [1] |
| Weight | Drakes 8.0 lbs Ducks 7.0 lbs |
| Status | Fairly common |
Black Swedish is a domestic duck, a variety of the Swedish breed. Even though it is not standardized in the APA Standard of Perfection, one can create this breed by mating two Blue Swedishes.
Description[]
Drakes and ducks are both very dark gray- close to black -with a white neck patch like most Swedish varieties. Bill, feet, and leg color will depend on the gender. Their stature is similar to Pekins. [2]
See also[]
References[]
- ↑ Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks, pg. 21
- ↑ http://www.efowl.com/Black_Swedish_Ducks_p/1029.htm