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Pekin Duck
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| Anas platyrhynchos | |
Pekin duck, or Long Island duck or Anas peking, is a breed of domesticated duck used primarily for egg and meat production. It was bred from the Mallard in China.
Interesting Information
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It is widely believed that Donald Duck is modeled after a Pekin duck.
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The mascot of the insurance company Aflac is a Pekin duck.
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Because of their huge body and skinny legs, they are prone to leg injuries.
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They are unable to fly
Description
Adult Description
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Plumage: white; and a creamy white.
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Orange shanks and toes.
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Bill rich yellow in color.
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Length Range: 64-89 cm (25-35 in)
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Weight: 2902 g (102.4 oz)
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Size: 4. Large (16 - 32 in)
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Color Primary: White
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Underparts: White
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Upperparts: White
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Back Pattern: Solid
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Belly Pattern: Solid
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Breast Pattern: Solid
Sex Differences
Sexes Similar
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Habitat |
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Prefers forests near water where it roosts in trees at night and nests in tree cavities. |
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Behavior |
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Feeds on vegetation by dabbling in ponds, lakes and, rivers. |
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Food |
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Eats insects and seeds found in grain fields. |
Taxonomy
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Subphylum: | Vertebrata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Anseriformes |
| Family: | Anatidae |
| Subfamily: | Anserinae |
| Genus: | Anas |
| Species: | Anas platyrhynchos |
| Subspecies: | Anas platyrhynchos domestica |
Similar Species |
None |
Videos
Pekin Duck 2
Handfeeding a Pekin Duck #1
Pekin Duck 2
Handfeeding a Pekin Duck #2
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