The Pekin duck bird originated in China and was used for meat production and eventually made its way to the United States. Pekin ducks are considered excellent layers and can produce 200 or more eggs each year, but they are also incredibly friendly, which makes them popular as pets. Their t...
THE POPULAR PEKIN DUCKThe article offers information on the Pekin duck and describes its unusual nerves and blood vessels in its feet, the adaptability of the ducks as pets, and the special characteristics of the females and Pekin male ducks.Closson, Julie...