Blue Swedish Duck
The Blue Swedish Duck is a medium-sized, hardy breed known for its striking blue-gray plumage and excellent dual-purpose qualities, both for egg production and meat.
Key Features:
Appearance: Blue Swedish ducks have beautiful, silvery-blue feathers with a soft sheen. They have a round, compact body with a slightly heavier build than other ducks. Their distinctive blue color, combined with a white bib on the chest, gives them a unique and elegant appearance.
Size: They are a medium-sized breed, with drakes typically weighing around 7-8 lbs and hens around 6-7 lbs. Their size makes them suitable for both meat and egg production.
Egg Production: Blue Swedish ducks are reliable egg layers, producing around 150-200 white or pale blue eggs per year. The eggs are known for their rich flavor and are highly sought after by home cooks.
Temperament: These ducks are friendly, calm, and social. Blue Swedish ducks tend to be docile and easy to handle, making them a great choice for backyard flocks and families. They are also good foragers and enjoy free-ranging.
Hardiness: Blue Swedish ducks are hardy and adaptable to various climates, doing well in both hot and cold conditions. They thrive in environments with access to clean water, as they love to swim and forage.
Summary:
The Blue Swedish Duck is a hardy, medium-sized breed with striking blue-gray plumage and excellent egg-laying capabilities. Known for their friendly temperament and strong foraging skills, they are great for both meat and egg production, making them an excellent choice for small farms or backyard flocks.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders placed for our Stansbury location are available for pickup on Saturdays. While we make every effort to fulfill your preferred pickup date, please note that we cannot guarantee your order will be ready on that specific day. Once your pickup date is confirmed, you will receive an email confirmation.
The Friday before your scheduled pickup, we will send a second confirmation email that includes your final order details, verification that your chicks hatched as expected, and any additional pickup instructions.
All orders must be picked up on the Saturday they are scheduled. Orders not picked up on their scheduled date are considered abandoned and will not be rescheduled or refunded.
If your order includes a shortage (a breed that did not hatch as expected), the remaining chicks on your order must still be picked up as scheduled. For any chicks unavailable due to a hatch shortage, you may choose one of the following options at pickup:
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Replace the shortage with chicks currently in stock, or
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Move the unavailable chicks to a future pickup date.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once the poultry leaves our store. Please carefully check your chicks before you leave.
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Quantity Discount 10+
