How big does a Mallard get?

males about 2.5 lb, females about 2.4 lb.

What is a Mallard good for?

Kept mainly for ornamental / show.

The Mallard originates from Worldwide.

🦆 Duck breed

Ornamental Origin: Worldwide

Sources: APA Standard of Perfection / Livestock Conservancy · varies / seasonal — left blank. Blank fields are left empty — never invented.

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Derived from the specs above — not opinion.

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What color eggs does a Mallard lay?: greenish / grey.
How big does a Mallard get?: males about 2.5 lb, females about 2.4 lb.
What is the Mallard temperament like?: Typically active, flighty.
Is the Mallard cold-hardy?: Cold hardiness: Excellent.
Can the Mallard handle heat?: Heat tolerance: Good.
What is a Mallard good for?: Kept mainly for ornamental / show.
Does the Mallard go broody?: This breed goes broody often.
Where does the Mallard originate from?: The Mallard originates from Worldwide.

~100 eggs/yr

~130 eggs/yr

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~130 eggs/yr