The Domestic Duck
The Domestic Duck
Authors: Chris & Mike AshtonMost domesticated ducks are descended from the wild mallard and over the centuries many different breeds have been created. They have been kept as pets, or for their ornamental value, or have been farmed for their meat, eggs and down. In The Domestic Duck, Chris and Mike Ashton explain how these breeds have been developed and how to look after them.
170 black & white photographs & 35 colour
Availability: In Print
Publication date: September 2008
Binding: Paperback
Dimensions: Unknown
Weight: Unknown
Extent:200pp
ISBN:978-0-85238-289-9
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The Domestic Duck
AcknowledgementsIntroduction
Part 1 Breeds of Ducks: History and Characteristics
Chapter 1 Classic Ducks: The Old Established Breeds
Chapter 2 The Designer Ducks
Part 2 Adult Ducks: Behaviour and Management
Chapter 3 The Origin, Physiology and Behaviour of the Mallard
Chapter 4 Purchasing Stock
Chapter 5 Managing Adult Stock
Part 3 Breeding Ducks
Chapter 6 Selecting and Managing Breeders
Chapter 7 Eggs and Incubation
Chapter 8 Rearing Ducklings
Appendix: Keeping Ducks Healthy - Preventative Care
Useful Addresses
Bibliography
Index
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