Woried... My Male Pekin turning yellow

[av8torcrj]

Mine are constantly preening themselves. I too have begun to see a yellow tint. I just automatically assumed it was the oil they are naturally distributing. I recall noting the oil gland had the same coloration around it when they were very young and yet to feather.

 

[tdd2]

We call it 'creame white' on our Pekin!

Perfectly normal.

Cheers'

Dan

 

[av8torcrj]

From another web site:

The Pekin: The standard Pekin in the UK is the 'German' upright type, not the American flat, white duck which is probably an Aylesbury/Pekin cross, designed for the table. The plumage should have a yellow tinge - essential for exhibition. This colour is enhanced by a bird having recently grown new, oily feathers, or by diet.