The Domestic Duck

The Domestic Duck

by Chris Ashton (Author), Mike Ashton (Author), Mike Ashton (Author), Chris Ashton (Author)

Synopsis

One wild species is responsible for nearly all the breeds of domestic duck: the Mallard. Over centuries it has been developed into egg-laying strains, table birds and pets. In this book, the authors explain how these breeds have been developed and how to look after them. Subjects include: breeds, their origins and characteristics; classic ducks from all over the world; designer ducks of the 20th century; management of adult stock; breeding and rearing ducklings; and common problems and ailments.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 200
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
Published: 26 Mar 2001

ISBN 10: 186126402X
ISBN 13: 9781861264022

Author Bio
Dr Chris Ashton and Mike Ashton have lived on a smallholding in mid-Wales since 1979, where they specialize in pure breeds of ducks and geese and have become one of the top waterfowl breeders in the UK. They gained BWA Exhibitor of the Year awards in 1987, 1996 - 1999. Chris and Mike are both BWA judges in all sections of waterfowl. Chris is the author of Domestic Geese [Crowood 1999]