Welsh Harlequin Duck
The Welsh Harlequin Duck is a highly productive and friendly breed, known for its excellent egg-laying abilities and striking, sleek appearance.
Key Features:
Appearance: Welsh Harlequins have a graceful, slender body with soft, pale-colored plumage. Males (drakes) typically have a creamy white body with a subtle greenish sheen on the head, while females are a light fawn color with darker markings. Their long, streamlined shape and upright posture give them an elegant appearance.
Size: Welsh Harlequins are medium-sized ducks, with drakes weighing around 5-6 lbs and hens slightly smaller, around 4-5 lbs. They are primarily raised for egg production rather than meat.
Egg Production: This breed is known for its exceptional egg-laying ability, often producing 250-330 eggs per year. The eggs are usually white and large, making Welsh Harlequins one of the best egg-layers among all duck breeds.
Temperament: Welsh Harlequins are friendly, calm, and highly social ducks. They are also quite active and enjoy foraging, making them great for free-range environments. They are easy to handle and typically get along well with other poultry.
Hardiness: Hardy and adaptable, Welsh Harlequins do well in a variety of climates, both hot and cold. They require access to clean water for swimming and foraging to stay healthy.
Summary:
The Welsh Harlequin Duck is a medium-sized, highly productive breed known for its exceptional egg-laying ability and striking appearance. Friendly and active, they are ideal for families and small farms, thriving in free-range environments and providing a consistent supply of large, white eggs.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders for local pickup will be available on the Saturday you select. While we strive to fulfill your requested pickup date, please note that we cannot guarantee the order will be ready at that time.
Once your order is scheduled, you will receive an email confirmation. Additionally, the Friday before your scheduled pickup, you will receive a confirmation email detailing your order, including confirmation that all chicks hatched as expected and any additional pickup information.
Orders must be picked up during the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up by the scheduled date will be considered abandoned and will not be rescheduled. Unfortunately, we do not offer refunds on abandoned orders.
This policy also applies to orders with shortages (where not all breeds hatched as expected). In such cases, any remaining chicks on the order must still be picked up as scheduled. You will have the option to replace any shortages with other chicks that are in stock at the time.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
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