Tag Archives: Muscovy

New Life

Posted on 27/05/2011 by Poulacapple Poultry

Breeding is much slower this year as we’re using natural methods only, this of course depends on nature and whether hens will go broody or not. We can almost depend on a couple of breeds to take to the nest … Continue reading →

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Perching Ducksl

Posted on 31/08/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

What a sight to enjoy from the kitchen window on a bright morning at the end of August. Our lavender muscovy ducks perched on the pergola overnight and have not yet come down to feed. Would you on a morning … Continue reading →

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Muscovy Ducklings

Posted on 30/05/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

I’m always amazed as the speed with which ducklings grow. These lavender muscovys were the size of my hands just a few weeks ago. Their daily routine is one of sitting around, as in this photo, taking an occasional trip … Continue reading →

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Bloody Fox!

Posted on 21/04/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

I am beside myself with annoyance for the last two days. Our first muscovy, a beautiful lavender duck, and a mothers’ day gift from my daughter had happily settled with our hens, ducks and geese. Free to range between the … Continue reading →

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