Carolina Wood Duck
The Carolina wood duck is a striking North American waterfowl species known for its vibrant plumage and unique nesting habits. Males have iridescent green heads, red eyes, and intricate markings, while females are more muted with a delicate white eye ring. Wood ducks are popular in aviculture due to their manageable size, adaptability, and stunning appearance. They are relatively easy to care for, as they adapt well to captivity with appropriate vegetation, a water source, and nest boxes. Breeding pairs are typically monogamous, and they require a simple waterbird diet to thrive. In captivity they come in various colour forms including Silver and Blonde.
From £110 per pair
Mandarin Duck
The Mandarin duck is a strikingly colourful bird native to East Asia, renowned for its vibrant plumage and intricate patterns. Males exhibit vivid hues of orange, green, purple, and white, with distinctive crests and sails, while females are more subdued in brown and grey. These ducks prefer wooded lakes, marshes, and ponds, feeding on seeds, plants, and small invertebrates. They are popular in aviculture worldwide due to their beauty, though their wild populations face habitat loss and hunting pressures. In captivity they come in various colour forms including Silver, Blonde and Red.
We currently house several pairs of these lovely little ducks. They can be nervous ducks and should be allowed a spacious enclosure with plenty of cover to hide.
From £100 per pair