Indian Runner Duck

Description: Animal Species: Birds

Newest Review: ... white, black, brown, apricot and several trout, drake and fawn breeds. The Indian Runner Duck I saw was white with a blackish bill, indicating that it was a male. Lastly they make a high pitch squeaking noise rather than a quack - its adorable. ~Why Have One~ Breeding Indian Runner Ducks for show is quite common. There are special waterfowl shows to show your ducks just like a dog show and ... more

... there are several breeders in the country who specialize in Indian Runner Ducks. However they are also good for producing eggs as they can lay over three hundred eggs in a year. Personally I think they would make lovely pets as they are so endea...more

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Indian Runner Duck: Squeaky Little Ducks That Light Up Your Life (537 words)
by - written on 02/11/09 (Very useful, 47 readings)
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~Intro~ A few years ago I took a walk to my local pond to feed the ducks and as I began to throw the bread the strangest duck I had ever seen darted out of the crowd. It was white but very thin and stood almost vertical on its back legs, and it was making a funny squeaking noise like a chick. I later found out that this cute little gangly creature was an Indian Runner Duck and I was hooked. ~Origin~ As their name suggests these birds originate from the Indian subcontinent and Malaysia and were brought to England in the early 1800's. Due to the position of their legs being further back compared to other ducks - giving them a tall upright appearance - ... Read the complete review

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