Muscovy duck
Cairina moschata domestica
- Family
- Anatidae
- Genus
- Cairina
- Role
- parent_breed
- Natural Lifespan
- 8-12 years
- Production Lifespan
- Used as sire breed for Mulard cross. Also some direct foie gras production.
Anatomy
Larger and heavier than common duck. Males significantly larger than females. Native to Americas. Perching duck with strong claws.
Behavior
Quieter than other ducks (limited vocalization). Males can be aggressive. Less gregarious than Anas species.