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.
SHIPPING POLICY
Ducklings are shipping March through the end of June every Monday and Wednesday (excluding holidays). We will do everything we can to get your chicks scheduled based on your preferred ship month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will arrive during that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is reserved. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page. Please read through our Guarantee and Policies for more information.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders made for local pickup will be available for pickup Friday & Saturday the week your order is scheduled. We will do everything we can to get your birds scheduled for pickup based on your preferred month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will be available at that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is scheduled. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page.
Orders must be picked up the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up will not be rescheduled and will be considered abandoned. We do not offer refunds on abandoned orders. This applies to orders that are shorted (not all breeds hatched out as expected). On orders that are shorted, remaining chicks on order will need to be picked up as scheduled.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
