Description
The Aylesbury Duck is a large duck with pure white plumage, orange legs and feet. Its legs are placed midway along the body and it stands with its underside parallel to the ground, giving it a body described as "boat-shaped". It has a long orange bill which comes straight out from the head.
Lifespan
The life expectancy of an Aylesbury Duck is around 10 years.
Size
The Aylesbury Duck weighs between 3.5 - 5 kilograms.
Diet
The Aylesbury Duck feeds on larvae and pupae usually found under rocks, aquatic animals, plant material, seeds, small fish, snails, and crabs.
Habitat
The Aylesbury Duck inhabits forested swamps, lakes, dams and streams.
Breeding
Aylesbury Ducks breed all year round. The female will produce 35 - 120 white coloured eggs every year.