Domesticated Ducks
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Domestic Duck
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Author : Mike Ashton
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2014-11-30
Domestic Duck written by Mike Ashton and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-30 with Pets categories.
Most domesticated ducks are descended from the wild mallard and over the centuries many different breeds have been created. They have been kept as pets, or for their ornamental value, or have been farmed for their meat, eggs and down. In The Domestic Duck, Chris and Mike Ashton explain how these breeds have been developed and how to look after them. Contents include: Breeds, their origins and characteristics; Classic ducks from all over the world; 'Designer' ducks of the twentieth century; Management of adult stock; Breeding and rearing ducklings; Common problems and ailments. Fully illustrated with over 170 black & white photographs and 35 colour photographs depicting examples of the pure breeds and all aspects of their management, this is the essential manual for all duck-keepers.
Domesticated Ducks And Geese
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Author : Joseph Batty
language : en
Publisher: Saiga Publishing Company, Limited
Release Date : 1979
Domesticated Ducks And Geese written by Joseph Batty and has been published by Saiga Publishing Company, Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Nature categories.
Domesticated Ducks
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Author : Joseph Batty
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007-11
Domesticated Ducks written by Joseph Batty and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-11 with Ducks categories.
Originally Published as Domesticated Ducks & Geese which is now in two volumes. Ducks and Geese (Volume 2). A5 Hardback 278 pages including 22 Colour an d numerous mono
Domestic Geese And Ducks A Complete And Authentic Handbook And Guide For Breeders Growers And Admirers Of Domestic Geese And Ducks
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Author : Paul Ives
language : en
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Release Date : 2021-03-22
Domestic Geese And Ducks A Complete And Authentic Handbook And Guide For Breeders Growers And Admirers Of Domestic Geese And Ducks written by Paul Ives and has been published by Read Books Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-22 with Technology & Engineering categories.
This vintage text contains a complete handbook and guide for breeders, growers, and admirers of domestic geese and ducks. Much of the information contained herein is timeless, making this book of considerable value to modern poultry enthusiasts and a text not to be missed by collectors of antique literature of this ilk. The chapters of this book include: 'History, Habits, Tradition, and General Possibilities in Geese'; 'Breeds of Geese'; 'The Heavy-Weight Varieties'; 'The Medium-Weight Varieties'; 'Rare and Ornamental Varieties'; 'Selecting for Breeding'; 'Hatching and Rearing'; 'Fattening Geese'; 'Exhibiting Geese'; etcetera. This text was originally published in 1947, and is proudly republished now complete with a new introduction on poultry farming.
Ducks
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Author : Cherie Langlois
language : en
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Release Date : 2011-05-03
Ducks written by Cherie Langlois and has been published by Fox Chapel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-03 with Nature categories.
Written by hobby farmer Cherie Langlois from Washington state, Ducks is a fantastic overview of these entertaining and adaptable waterfowl. The author begins by asking "What do these water-crazy birds have that make them as much an asset to farms as landlubbing poultry?" She provides many answers that defend the virtues and versatility of ducks and argues that the duck is superior to the ubiquitous chicken in many ways. As a zoologist, Langlois has a gift for elucidating the details of the waterfowl's anatomy, traits and behavior, all revealed in the first chapter "Meet the Duck." She proceeds by leading readers through the process of choosing the right ducks for their hobby farm, considering the various domestic breeds (from bantams to heavyweights) as well as the sex of the birds and number of birds/breeds ideal for beginning a hobby-farm flock.The book offers advice on housing these very adaptable birds that thrive in various climates and regions throughout the world: space requirements, ventilation, flooring, feeders, and fencing. Naturally, ducks need water to thrive in the form of an existing lake, a manmade pond or simple duck pools, all discussed in the housing chapter. "The Duck Diet" chapter discusses the nutritional needs of the flock and various feeding options farmers and ranchers can consider. Seasoned duck aficionados interested in getting into the business of ducklings will find much information in the breeding chapter, which catalogs methods for hatching, incubators, mama duck and baby care, and more. The health of livestock is always a major consideration for the hobby farmer, and the chapter "Flock Health and Handling" offers a mini course in disease prevention, proper hygiene, recognizing symptoms of illnesses, and dealing with common maladies.The advantages of duck farming;the superior quality of duck eggs, down, and meat--are the focal point of the final chapter "Harvesting the Rewards," likely the first chapter the dubious duck farmer will read prior to taking the dive into ducks. The book concludes with appendices of endangered duck breeds and duck diseases, resources, a glossary of terms, and a complete index.
Domestic Duck Production
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Author : Peter Cherry
language : en
Publisher: CABI
Release Date : 2008
Domestic Duck Production written by Peter Cherry and has been published by CABI this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Ducks are kept for profit in a great diversity of circumstances in both temperate and tropical climates. Outlining the biology of the domestic duck, this book also combines the authors' considerable practical and scientific experience to provide quantitative descriptions of nutritional and environmental effects on growing and breeding ducks, as well as practical advice on husbandry, housing and management. Peter Cherry worked as Development Manager for a major duck producer before assuming a world-wide role as a consultant. Trevor Morris is a world-renowned poultry scientist who has also worked as a duck consultant. Their combined knowledge of the duck and the duck industry is thus unparalleled.
The Illustrated Guide To Ducks And Geese And Other Domestic Fowl
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Author : Celia Lewis
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2014-12-18
The Illustrated Guide To Ducks And Geese And Other Domestic Fowl written by Celia Lewis and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-12-18 with Pets categories.
Covering 65 domestic breeds of ducks, geese, guineafowl, quail, turkeys and peafowl, the book gives an insight into the individual personalities and attributes of each kind of bird. With just a little land and available water, you can raise a variety of domestic fowl, from friendly ducks and characterful geese to guineafowl, dainty quail, placid turkeys or even peafowl. Illustrated with the author's charming watercolour paintings, this book is packed with practical tips on keeping domestic fowl and selecting the right breed for your circumstances. The breed profiles are written in engaging text and include the history and place of origin, colour combinations, differences between male and female birds, the appearance of hatchlings and the numbers of eggs to expect. As well as selecting an appropriate breed, you need to consider your neighbours, the kinds of bird you can and should keep, whether you want them for eggs or as pets, and whether you want to breed them. The book offers helpful advice on all these issues and also on housing, the provision of water, feeding and the noise and impact your birds will have, as well as preventing and treating common ailments. Whether you are starting out as a smallholder, are interested in raising a few ducks or geese in a suburban or rural setting, or are simply a devotee of domestic fowl there is plenty to captivate you in this book.
Colour Breeding In Domestic Ducks
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Author : Mike Ashton
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
Colour Breeding In Domestic Ducks written by Mike Ashton and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Ducks categories.
Chicks Ducks As Pets
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Author : Jack C. Harris
language : en
Publisher: TFH Publications
Release Date : 1992
Chicks Ducks As Pets written by Jack C. Harris and has been published by TFH Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Offers advice on housing, feeding, and caring for ducks and chickens, describes popular varieties, and explains why they make good pets.
The Growing Of Ducks And Geese For Profit And Pleasure
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Author : John Henry Robinson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1924
The Growing Of Ducks And Geese For Profit And Pleasure written by John Henry Robinson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1924 with Ducks categories.