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ROUEN DUCK
Anas platyrhynchos domesticus
CLASS AVES
ORDER ANSERIFORMES
FAMILY ANATIDAE
DID YOU KNOW?
The Rouen duck is one of the largest duck breeds in the world. At the Bird Park of Brijuni National Park there is a male Crested Rouene duck with a crest. It is interesting that the crest was created by mutation mistake, about which you can find out more at the following link: https://www.np-brijuni.hr/hr/aktivnosti-parka/ruanska-patka-i-letalni-gen
DISTRIBUTION
It originates from France (the city of Rouen) and today it is a widespread domestic species that is used for meat or exhibitions.
HABITAT
Habitats around fresh water (ponds or lakes).
LIFETIME
With good care 8-10 years.
ACTIVITY
It has a friendly nature, except when guarding the territory. It generally gets along well with other types of ducks. Due to its weight and inability to fly, it has a specific gait, the so-called "waddle". Generally, it does not vote excessively.
REPRODUCTION
It is ready for breeding at 7-10 months, when it can start laying eggs. It lays 5-10 eggs per litter, and is not limited to a certain period of the year. The incubation period is 28 days. During mating, the male is extremely aggressive towards the female.
DIET
Eats various grains, fresh vegetables and pelleted food; and can eat insects, larvae, snails, various plant species and even smaller fish.
Text: Dorotea Ćosić
