Best crossbreeds for ducks?

[InformationSeeker]

Hi I’m looking into many different breeds of ducks and really can’t decide on just one breed so are there any really cool cross breeds for egg production and beauty?

 

[Jpat]

indian runners and kahli campbells are awesome layers, and close to the same size

 

[InformationSeeker]

indian runners and kahli campbells are awesome layers, and close to the same size

there are great layers but I’ve heard both breeds are more shy then other breeds and I would prefer a more friendly duck

 

[cheezenkwackers]

With ducks the purebreds tend to be prettier (in my opinion). Most of the genes which result in the unique traits are recessive and get masked in mixes. I would suggest you look at Welsh Harlequins. They are pretty and great egg layers. I would also warn against believing everything you read. My Khakis are pretty calm. The white one is my Welsh Harlequin.

 

[Isaac 0]

Hi I’m looking into many different breeds of ducks and really can’t decide on just one breed so are there any really cool cross breeds for egg production and beauty?

Rouens, Golden 300s, Welsh Harlequins or White layers would all be good choices.

 

[Isaac 0]

there are great layers but I’ve heard both breeds are more shy then other breeds and I would prefer a more friendly duck

I have not found Indian Runner's to be shy, actually, the friendliest duck I had was an Indian Runner. If you spend a generous amount of time with them when young they will form a very strong bond with you.

 

[InformationSeeker]

Thank you for all the valuable information

 

[InformationSeeker]

Now that we are talking about purebreds what are your favorites and why?

 

[DuckGirl77]

Runners, but Welsh Harlequins are a close second. Like @MasterOfClucker my friendliest duck is my Indian Runner. She is very energetic, but she is also my most outgoing duck and always has something to say to me when she sees me
Welsh Harlequins are pretty friendly as well and are beautiful birds. Mine were both on the quieter side too.
If you can't decide though, why don't you try getting a few different colors, or different breeds that are similar? As long as you spend plenty of time with them, they will be friendly

 

[Isaac 0]

Now that we are talking about purebreds what are your favorites and why?

I've had over ten duck breeds over the years, none have disappointed me at all, just pick one that intrigues you the most, I'm most certainly positive you won't regret getting them.