Welsh Harlequin Duck
Breed Origin: The Welsh Harlequin duck breed was developed by Leslie Bonnet in Wales in the 1940s and 1950s. It is a dual-purpose breed that was created by crossing the Khaki Campbell and the Welsh duck breeds.
Uses: The Welsh Harlequin is a dual-purpose breed that is suitable for both meat and egg production. They are also commonly used as ornamental ducks in backyard flocks due to their attractive coloration.
Large Fowl: The Welsh Harlequin is a medium-sized breed of duck, with males weighing an average of 2.3-2.7 kg (5-6 lbs) and females weighing an average of 1.8-2.3 kg (4-5 lbs).
Cockerel: The male Welsh Harlequin, or drake, weighs an average of 2.3-2.7 kg (5-6 lbs).
Hen colour: The female Welsh Harlequin has a distinct harlequin coloration, with a brownish-orange head and a brownish-grey body with white edging on the feathers.
Egg Colour: Welsh Harlequin eggs are known for their bright, vibrant color. The eggshells are typically a light blue or green color.
Average Egg Weight: The average weight of a Welsh Harlequin egg is around 70-80 grams.
Egg Quantity: Welsh Harlequin hens are prolific layers, with an average of 240-330 eggs per year.
Note: The weights are in kilograms, not pounds as pounds are commonly used in the context of describing duck weights in the US.