Blue Swedish Duck

Blue Swedish Ducks are a medium sized duck that lay very well and have adequate meat. The front of the breast is pure white forming a distinctive heart shaped bib, which is about 4-5 inches wide at the base. The blue color is the result of the heterozygous combination of the blue (Bl) gene. When blue drakes are mated to blue hens, the result will be in a ratio of 1 black, 2 blue and 1 splash (white with a blue cast).

Blue Swedish Duck

🦆 Physical Characteristics

• Plumage: The Blue Swedish Duck boasts a slate-blue body with a distinctive white bib on the chest. The drake (male) has a darker blue head with a greenish bill, while the duck (female) has a head and bill matching the blue slate color of the body .

• Size: Drakes typically weigh around 3.6 kg (8 lbs), and ducks weigh about 3.2 kg (7 lbs) .

• Egg Production: They lay approximately 100 to 150 white, green, or blue-tinted eggs annually.

🌿 Behavior and Temperament

• Disposition: Blue Swedish Ducks are known for their calm and friendly nature, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced duck keepers.

• Foraging: They are excellent foragers and thrive in free-range environments, such as orchards or paddocks.

• Noise Level: While generally quiet, they can be somewhat noisy, especially during the breeding season .

🥚 Utility and Uses

• Eggs: Blue Swedish Ducks are valued for their flavorful eggs, which are larger than those of chickens and have a rich taste .

• Meat: The breed is also appreciated for its tender and flavorful meat, suitable for various culinary preparations .

• Conservation Status: Despite their utility, Blue Swedish Ducks are considered a heritage breed with declining numbers, listed as “watch” by the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy