Cayjuga

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The Cayjuga is classified as ‘medium’ under the American Poultry Association scheme. They have a black bill and are a hardy and quiet docile breed. The Cayuga are characterized by a black bill and black plumage which is an iridescent beetle green in the correct light. In breeding an emphasis is put on correct colouration, carriage and a large breast. The Cayuga duck has dark brown eyes, black shanks and toes, except in old drakes where some orange shading may appear. Ducklings have black plumage.

Classification

Heavy

Appearance

Black with beetle- green lustre

Weight

Drake 3.6 Kg
Duck 3.2 Kg

Egg Colour

Sooty green

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