We raise Muscovy Ducks.  Muscovies originate in South America and are the only domestic duck not derived from mallards, making them quite unique.

Muscovy are excellent foragers, feeding mostly on vegetation, slugs, insects and small vermin.  They come in a variety of colors. We have chocolate, black, blue, and piebald (with white).

Muscovies make great pets and barnyard additions. They are very interesting and pleasant ducks to have about, being calm, personable, tame, and intelligent birds. Muscovies do not quack like waterfowl, but rather quietly coo and hum. Unlike typical waterfowl, Muscovies are generally not as fond of water baths, making them less messy than dabblers. Also, because they have claws on their feet, they can roost like chickens. They are easily trained to a routine and make excellent egg-sitters: they will hatch out chicken or even turkey eggs. They take excellent care of their young. We allow our Muscovies to hatch out and completely raise their own young to adulthood on free-range pasture. To date, they have never lost a single one of their ducklings!

Muscovy ducks are the Ultimate Meat-duck. Unlike that of other domestic ducks, Muscovy meat is not greasy, is lower in fat and is more like veal than poultry. Males are about 15 pounds and females average 8 lbs.  Muscovy is prized in French restaurants. They are excellent layers, laying large cream-colored eggs even in the winter months!

Update: We currently have about 15 young Muscovy ducks, about 6 months old. They will eat out of your hand.  We currently have mostly Blues, and Blacks with white markings. $10 each. Discount for your purchase of 5 or more. Email or call me for details and/or availability.