Domestic Ducks

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The historical popularity of wild ducks as game birds contributed to domestication of duck species around the world.

Many North American parks host wild duck populations, inevitably joined by a few domestic breeds, including the three presented below.

Because of their egg laying productivity, runner ducks have a storied history of domestication.

Indian Runner Ducks, or runners for short, are known for their long necks and proclivity to stand straight while walking.

Muscovy Ducks (Cairina moschata) are a native new world species originally established in South America, Central America and Mexico.

Over time, wild populations have migrated to South Texas and domestic populations have been introduced throughout the United States.

During winter many escaped domestic species can be seen floating on local ponds and lakes.

Peking Ducks (Anas platyrhynchos domestica) are a popular domestic breed of duck, raised for both eggs and meat.

The white feathered body and yellow bill give it a distinct look.

Escaped domestic birds can often be seen swimming at local ponds and lakes.