Breeds of Duck - A Large Collection of Articles on Mallards, the Mandarin, the Aylesbury, the Muscovy and Many Other Breeds of Duck (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781446536520)

This antiquarian volume contains a large collection of articles on mallards, the mandarin, the Aylesbury, the Muscovy, and many other breeds of duck. Containing a wealth of information, detailed descriptions, economic qualities, and histories of the breeds, this profusely illustrated guide constitutes an invaluable resource for the duck enthusiast. It will make for a great addition to any collection of related literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Comparative Studies on the Behavior of Anatinae', 'Domestic Geese and Ducks', 'Domestic Poultry: A Practical Treatise on the Preferable Breeds of Farm-Yard Poultry', 'Ducks and Duck Breeding', 'Races of Domestic Poultry', 'The Care and Propagation of Ornamental Waterfowl', etcetera. We are proud to republish this book, now complete with a new introduction on poultry farming.

Author: Various
ISBN-10: 1446536521
ISBN-13: 9781446536520
Publisher: Mitchell Press
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2011
Pages: 582
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.30d