Changing color

[duck9147]

Hi , my drake's head's changing color in last 3 months, it was completely green, whats going on? Any experience? And what breed is it rouen appleyard?

 

[junebuggena]

When it's no longer breeding season, males molt into plumage that is more similar to females.

 

[duck9147]

When it's no longer breeding season, males molt into plumage that is more similar to females.

Thanks, breed?and how long does eclipse plumage last?

 

[chickens really]

Appleyard Drake

 

[junebuggena]

Thanks, breed?and how long does eclipse plumage last?

Through the winter. Once spring is on the way, he will molt back to breeding plumage.

 

[duck9147]

Appleyard Drake

Through the winter. Once spring is on the way, he will molt back to breeding plumage.

Thanks guys