Description
The Hoover's Hatchery Cayuga Ducks are thought to have been developed from the wild Black Duck breed in the region of Lake Cayuga in New York. This makes them one of the few duck breeds originating in the United States. Prior to the arrival of the Pekin breed, the Cayuga ducks were the bird of choice for meat production in the Northeast. Once the Pekin arrived with its white feathers and cleaner appearing carcass, the Cayuga duck quickly lost its appeal. They remain a very hardy duck and many of their eggs have varying degrees of gray in the shell color. On rare occasions the Cayuga ducks will lay a pure black egg. They have a very brilliant "beetle" green sheen to their feathers. This is especially evident on the head of the male. As they age, however, Cayuga ducks become almost all white after several years. This changing of colors occurs much quicker in females than males. In addition, their black legs turn more orange-ish in color as they age. Cayuga duck purpose: Dual purpose, meat, eggs, exhibition Egg production rate: Females ONLY; Approximately 130-180 eggs/year Egg color: Black to gray Cayuga duck egg size: Large Cayuga duck characteristics: Easily tamed, docile, friendly, good pets, extremely hardy, great foragers Mature weight: 7-8 lbs at 20-24 weeks Package quantity: 10 baby ducklings Guarantee of 90% accuracy on all sexed poultry
