Description
Rouens are probably the second most popular breed in North America. They are very beautiful and closely resemble Wild Mallards in coloration. The original breed was developed in the Normandy area of France and was given the name Rouen after the city of Rouen. They are second to only Pekins and Muscovy in size and are said to have very flavorful meat. The Rouen is very calm, has a gentle disposition and makes a good pet. They do tend to be broody, are hardy in most climates has a fairly lean carcass. Some people call Rouens, Mallards but that is incorrect as Mallards fly quite easily and Rouens do not. A Rouen is at least three times the weight of a Mallard. Bird Purpose: Dual Purpose breed, Decent egg laying breed, Meat, Good for exhibition or ornamental purpose Egg Production Rate: Females ONLY; Approximately 140-180 Eggs/Year Egg Color: White Egg Size: Large Bird Characteristics: Calm, Excellent Foragers, Good as pets, Poor Flyers Mature Weight: Male 7.25 lb. Female 5 lb. at 20-24 Weeks Package Quantity: 10 baby ducklings Birds are unvaccinated Birds are approximately 12 hours old when shipped Orders will ship approximately 3-5 days after being placed Birds typically arrive at local post offices within 48-72 hours of shipping. You will receive shipping information once birds leave Hoover's Hatchery. Pick birds up promptly for their safety. Guarantee of 90% accuracy on all sexed poultry.
