Blue Swedish Ducks

Blue Swedish Ducks

The Blue Swedish Duck is one of the oldest domesticated duck breeds and remains a favorite for many today. Known for its hardiness in cold climates and unique blue-gray plumage, this breed is easy to raise and care for.

Its distinctive coloring helps it blend into surroundings, making it less visible to predators. With a calm and gentle temperament, the Blue Swedish Duck is a great choice for families, especially with young children.

Is the Blue Swedish Duck rare?
While not extremely rare, it is considered less common than other duck breeds.

Is the Blue Swedish Duck docile?
Yes, it has a calm and friendly nature, making it ideal as a family pet.

Is the Blue Swedish Duck broody?
Blue Swedish Ducks are not typically broody and may require incubation for hatching eggs.

Is the Blue Swedish Duck cold-hardy?
Yes, this breed is well-suited to colder climates and adapts easily to various conditions.

What size is the Blue Swedish Duck?
It’s a medium to large-sized duck breed.

• Poultry Show Class: Ducks, Medium Weight
  
• Weights: Hen—-6 lbs
  
• Drake—-7 lbs
  
• Purpose and Type: Egg Laying and Meat; Exhibition
  
• Egg Color: Mostly White with occasional gray
  
• Egg Production: 130-180 yearly
  
• Egg Size: Large to Extra Large
  
• Temperament: Docile, Calm
  
• Gender Accuracy: 90%
  
• Fertility Percentage: 60-75%
  
• Broody: Setters
  
• Mating Ratio: 7 Females to 1 Male
  
• Roost Height: Floor
  
• Country of Origin: Germany
  
• APA: Yes, Recognized by the Standard of Perfection in 1904
  
• TLC: Watch Status
  
• Breeder Farm Source: Poultry Breeding Farm developing our bloodline or strain of Blue and Black Swedish Duck Breed since 1977.