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Welsh Harlequin Ducks
The Welsh Harlequin duck is a light weight breed originally developed in Wales. Descendants of the ultimate egg-layers, the Khaki Campbell, the Welsh Harlequin Breed also have outstanding egg production as well as an ability to nurture a nest of ducklings. and shares. This breed is also a calm with excellent foraging abilities, making it an excellent farm or garden duck.
The Welsh Harlequin is also an excellent duck for the beginner or less skilled breeder. The ducklings can easily be sexed within days of hatching, the darker bills being males and the females having lighter bills with dark spots on the top.
Welsh Harlequin ducks are beautiful ducks with a streamlined build. They have a sturdy, upright posture and long bodies. Along with their beauty and egg-laying capacity, the breed also dresses well and can be raised for its excellent lean meat. |
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Fowl Facts
Welsh Harlequin Duck Info
- Weight - 5-6 pounds
- Color - Drakes: Greenish brown heads with red and white chest feathers; back feathers and wings are a blend of creamy white, brown, and burnt orange; tail is black or brown; dark yellow beak
Hens: Striking mixture of creamy white, brown, and burnt orange throughout the whole body of the duck, usually creamy white head, dark brown beaks
- Egg Color - White
- Country of Origin - Wales
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