The habits of ducks

Crossbred ducks, also known as laying ducks, are the offspring of two distinct duck breeds that are genetically distant. These ducks are typically produced by crossing Muscovy ducks with local breeds across China. Muscovy ducks play a significant role in meat duck production, but they thrive best in southern regions where the climate is warm and humid. As a result, they are rarely raised in northern areas due to their sensitivity to cold weather. Crossbred ducks, however, show strong heterosis, meaning they exhibit improved traits compared to their parents. They are highly adaptable and can be raised in both wet and dry environments. Whether grazing in open fields or kept in captivity, these ducks perform well. Their cold resistance is much better than that of pure Muscovy ducks, allowing them to be raised in both northern and southern regions. These crossbred ducks grow faster than their parent breeds and have a shorter production cycle. According to experimental data, crossbred ducks between Muscovy and small-to-medium sized local ducks can reach weights of 2250–2500 grams at just 8 weeks old. This growth rate is about twice as fast as that of non-crossbred ducks. The production cycle is short, and most of these ducks can be ready for market at around 8 weeks. In terms of feeding habits, crossbred ducks are very versatile. They prefer green, juicy feeds and can easily adapt to various roughage sources, especially when allowed to graze. Even in confined conditions, their feed conversion rate is higher than that of other duck breeds. By the time they reach 8 weeks of age, their cumulative feed conversion ratio is generally between 1:2.6 and 1:2.8, making them an efficient choice for farmers.

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