Shetland duck
The Shetland is a small, critically endangered native duck from the Shetland Islands. It is an RBST priority breed.
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The Shetland is a pure-bred duck breed. Its origin is thought to be Shetland Isles, Scotland, which we are still checking. It appears on the RBST Watchlist as a priority breed, so keepers of pure stock help conserve it.
It is kept in light form. Recognised colours: Black with white bib.
It lays white/grey eggs.
Compiled from rbst.org.uk, en.wikipedia.org, poultryclub.org. See sources
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Identity
- Species
- Duck
- Type
- Pure breed
- Origin
- Shetland Isles, Scotland (unconfirmed)
History
A traditional island breed, estimated at only 60–100 birds in 2002. It is not recognised by the PCGB or the Entente Européenne, but falls under the BWA.
Appearance
Small and mostly black, with a white bib (unconfirmed).
Recognised colours
Black with white bib
Size and weight
- Forms
- Light
Eggs
- Egg colour
- White/grey
- Notes
- No reliable egg figure was found in the sources.
Temperament
- In short
- Active
- Keeping notes
- Wikipedia describes it as hardy, active and a good forager.
Hardiness
Hardy
Broodiness
Not recorded yet.
Flying
Not recorded yet.
Suitability
- Good to know
- It is one of three Shetland breeds of concern on the RBST list.
Conservation status (RBST)
A priority breed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust Watchlist.
Breed club
- Domestic Waterfowl Club / British Waterfowl Association, umbrella · Website
- The Goose Club, umbrella · Website
Sources
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