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Shirlock Acres is a duck farm that sells Muscovy, Pekin, and Silver Appleyard ducklings and eggs. We ship and provide our services nationwide. If you’re looking for ducks, whether for meat or to have them as companions and pets, we have got what you’re looking for.
MUSCOVY EGGS
At Shirlock Acres, we incubate and hatch our own Muscovy eggs. Our Muscovy ducklings are fast-growing, growing to 12 pounds in 12 weeks. The male domestic Muscovy duck, also known as a Muscovy drake, grows up to 15 pounds, making it nearly twice the size of the white Muscovy hens. Our Muscovy ducklings will start laying eggs when they’re about six months (25 weeks) old. They will continue to lay their eggs for three years or even longer if they’re well cared for and fed a rich-protein diet. When the Muscovies are laying their eggs, keeping a distance from them is best because they become very protective.
Duck Starter Pack
Are you wanting to start your own flock of ducks, but aren’t sure where to begin? We have just the thing for you! Take a look at our duck starter pack, which comes equipped with all the main components you need to take care of ducklings! The pack includes a heat lamp, feeder, waterer, 5 lbs of feed, and a short section of brooder to make a pen for your ducklings! All you have to do is provide the bedding for your ducks, which could be straw, shavings, or something similar. Add this to your next duck order!
DOMESTIC MUSCOVY AS MEAT
Cairina Moschatas are a great source of meat. Their meat is 98% fat-free, so it is less greasy than other duck meat. Dark Muscovy meat is lean, tender, and has lots of flavors. It has 50% more breasts than other ducks and the highest yield of any duck. The meat also has fewer calories per pound than a turkey. Serve this juicy and tender meat with any meal you prefer, and enjoy the flavorful Muscovy.
DOMESTIC MUSCOVY AS PETS
Muscovy ducks are also great for pets and companionship. If raised from the duckling stage, they can become domestic Muscovy ducks. They are easy to care for and require no more than a great dry environment with regular food and water. Muscovy ducks are friendly; sometimes they even try to “talk” to you when they want a treat. And when they are happy to see you, they wag their tails. In addition, Muscovy ducks do not quack; they are quieter than other ducks. The male drake hisses while the female Muscovy has a quiet trilling coo.
Beware of the claws on their feet, which can be dangerous.
WHAT ARE FOLKS SAYING?
Our farm is dedicated to hatching and raising ducks for you either for meat purposes or as pets. Check out our reviews from our satisfied customers and get your ducks or eggs today!
ORDERING YOUR DUCKS
Order your ducks online and we will ship them to you. Our online orders and shipments require a minimum of 6 ducklings. For orders less than 10, there will be an order charge of $15.50. Unless local pick up is selected at check out. We can also provide shipping treatments on the bills and wings for your ducks, to prevent them from them from flying or pecking each other.
