White Pekin Duck
The White Pekin Duck is a popular, large breed known for its fast growth, excellent meat production, and reliable egg-laying ability.
Key Features:
Appearance: White Pekins have pure white feathers with an orange bill and legs. They have a robust, compact body and a round, broad chest, giving them a meat-duck appearance. Their clean, all-white plumage makes them easy to identify.
Size: White Pekin ducks are large, with drakes typically weighing 8-9 lbs and hens around 7-8 lbs. Their size makes them ideal for meat production, and they mature quickly, typically within 8-10 weeks.
Egg Production: While primarily raised for meat, White Pekins are also good egg layers, producing around 200-280 white eggs per year. The eggs are large and rich in flavor.
Temperament: White Pekins are calm, friendly, and easy to handle, making them a great choice for both small farms and backyard flocks. They are social and get along well with other ducks and poultry.
Hardiness: Hardy and adaptable, White Pekins can thrive in various climates, as long as they have access to clean water for swimming and foraging. Their active nature makes them well-suited for free-range environments.
Summary:
The White Pekin Duck is a large, fast-growing breed prized for its meat production and reliable egg-laying. With a calm temperament and adaptability to various climates, they are a great choice for those looking for a productive, dual-purpose duck.
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+
