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The African goose originated from the wild Asian Swan Goose of China. It was introduced into Europe in the late 1700s and into the USA in the mid 1800s. The original Lion Head breed of goose in China is the same shape and coloration as our African geese. How these geese from China got the name African has always been puzzling. Apparently, it was usual to apply the term "Guinea" to anything foreign and of uncertain origin. As Guinea is off the coast of Africa, it appears the African goose got its name in a similar way.

In our Call Duck Variety you get a assortment of Call Duck colors. If you are open to receiving a mixture of our 7 colors of Call Ducks, this might be a good cost saving option for you. Normally we are able to include at least two colors in the assortment but sometimes it may only be one color if that is all we have available. Call Duck colors include: Black, Blue, Gray, Pastel, Pencil, Snowy, and White. The exact origins of Call Ducks is debatable, but it is believed they were developed in the Netherlands in the 17th or 18th century. They were initially bred to lure or “call” wild ducks into traps or nets. The small size and loud quacking of Call Ducks made them effective decoys. Hunters used them to attract wild ducks closer, making it easier to catch wild waterfowl for food and sport. Please note, Call Ducks can fly very well. Historically Call Ducks have been bred with short, wide heads (brachycephalic) and short bills. Here at Metzer Farms, we are not going to stray from the APA guidelines, but we aim to breed a naturally shaped duck - just much smaller. We feel this will allow them to be more productive in terms of fertility, longevity and hatchability. Upon arrival, check the packing slip in the lid of your box for information about the breeds included in your assortment.

The beautiful Australian Spotted is a bantam breed of duck that has been in existence for just over 100 years. They were bred and refined in Pennsylvania over the span of about 20 years, from the 1920s-1940s. There were at least three breeders involved in the development of these ducks, and they were exhibited at poultry shows as early as 1928. All three of the known breeders used the same foundation breeds to create the Australian Spotted; Mallards, Calls, Northern Pintails, and an unknown Australian wild duck. In each case they housed all of the birds together and let them interbreed at will. After a few generations, a distinct looking duck began to emerge. The best offspring were selected for further breeding and became the first generations of the Australian Spotted breed. They come in three different color varieties; greenhead, bluehead and silverhead. All three can be interbred and will still produce purebred ducks in one of the three varieties. Australian Spotted drakes resemble mallards in coloring, but they have ruddy colored spots on their back and sides as well as a white chest and white flight feathers. Females appear to have “frosted” mallard coloring with many small dark spots sprinkled throughout their markings. Ducks will lay white, blue, or green eggs and they can produce anywhere from 50-125 eggs per year. They are reported to be the best layers in the bantam duck class. Available as straight run only.

Metzer Farms is your trusted source for top-quality brown egg layer chicks that will provide you with an abundant supply of delicious, nutrient-rich brown eggs. Our brown sex link egg laying chicks are the perfect choice for both beginners and experienced poultry keepers. Experience the satisfaction of raising your own egg-laying chickens, and enjoy the fresh, delicious brown eggs they provide. Our chickens are known for their prolific egg-laying capabilities, providing you with a steady supply of delicious brown eggs. The Brown Egg Layer will provide you at least 240 eggs in the first 40 weeks of production and the average egg weight is 63 grams. These chickens will start with egg production at just 19 weeks of age. This is a quick turn around time from chick to egg producing hen. We have a minimum of 6 Brown Egg Layer Chicks. Prebook at least 5 orders by emailing us at metzinfo@metzerfarms.com. Each order needs to include a minimum of 50 birds. Specify your ship dates and quantity, we will price lock you into the next lowest price bracket.

The Buff or Buff Orpington was developed by the William Cook family who lived in the Orpington area of Kent, England in the early 1900s. It was developed as a multipurpose bird, with the ability to lay good quantities of eggs along with having the size and feather color to make a good roasting duck. Some even claim that the buff colored feathers are easier to pluck than the white Pekin feathers.

It is interesting that the buff color is not common in wild waterfowl. Most other domestic and wild geese have combinations of white, gray and black coloring. The Buff goose was developed for commercial meat production and the claim is that their feathers are easier to remove than white, gray or black feathers as they are less strongly rooted. The remaining pin feathers are so light in color, the carcass is as clean appearing as a white goose. Buffs are a calm, friendly breed and beautiful to watch - especially in a reddish orange sunset.

Are you looking for a new addition to your flock? Call Ducks might be the answer for you. At Metzer Farms, we offer healthy Call Ducklings for sale. This duck breed is perfect for anyone seeking the joy of pet duck ownership. Call Ducks are ideal for the hobbyist that wants beautiful and charming ducks but has little space. At Metzer Farms, we have a spectrum of Call Duck breeds & colors, ensuring you'll find the perfect match for your preferences. We have seven different colors of Call Ducklings that you can choose from: Black, Blue, Gray, Pastel, Penciled, Snowy and White. The exact origins of Call Ducks is debatable, but it is believed they were developed in the Netherlands in the 17th or 18th century. They were initially bred to lure or “call” wild ducks into traps or nets. The small size and loud quacking of Call Ducks made them effective decoys. Hunters used them to attract wild ducks closer, making it easier to catch wild waterfowl for food and sport. Please note, Call Ducks can fly very well. Historically Call Ducks have been bred with short, wide heads (brachycephalic) and short bills. Here at Metzer Farms, we are not going to stray from the APA guidelines, but we aim to breed a naturally shaped duck - just much smaller. We feel this will allow them to be more productive in terms of fertility, longevity and hatchability.

Metzer Farms offers healthy, vibrant Cayuga Ducks for sale, including female, male, and unsexed options. Whether you are looking to start a new flock or add to your existing one, our ducks are raised with the utmost care to ensure they arrive at your home healthy and ready to thrive. The Cayuga breed is thought to have been developed from the wild Black Duck breed in the region of Lake Cayuga in New York. This makes it one of the few duck breeds originating in the United States. Prior to the arrival of the Pekin breed, they were the bird of choice for meat production in the Northeast. Once the Pekin arrived with its white feathers and cleaner appearing carcass, the Cayuga quickly lost its appeal. They remain a very hardy duck and many of their eggs have varying degrees of gray in the shell color. On rare occasions they will lay a pure black egg. Browse our selection of Cayuga Ducks for sale and find the perfect ducks for your needs. Whether you are looking for a female Cayuga Duck to boost your egg production or a male Cayuga Duck for meat production, Metzer Farms has you covered.

As with the African goose, the Chinese goose originates in China from the wild Asiatic Swan goose. The most distinguishing feature of the Chinese and African geese is their raised knob. Interestingly, the wild Swan goose does not have this feature. It must have been developed after domestication. As the knob is soft skin and not scaly, it is warm to the touch. White Chinese are the most prolific egg laying geese and it is not unusual to have them lay in the fall or winter. Earlier records have egg production of 50-60 eggs per year, with exceptional birds laying 100 eggs. This is now extremely rare, with most Chinese geese laying from 30-45 eggs.

Because of their fast growth rate, large size and white feathers, Embden are the most common goose used for commercial meat production. Their feet and beak are orange but their eyes are a distinct blue. Due to their large size and breeding, they are a strong breed. At hatching time you can be quite accurate in sexing the day olds from their coloration as the gray down in the males is lighter than in the females. As adults, however, both sexes are pure white and the only way you can determine the sex is the males are normally larger, more pompous and proud in their carriage and shriller in their voices (as with other goose breeds). Commercial Meat and Egg Production Brochure If you are looking for locally raised duck, goose, or chicken, visit our Local Meat Producers page. If you raise meat birds from Metzer Farms for sale in your area, we will add your farm to this list. Instructions for requesting your listing are also on the Local Meat Producers page.

Because we sell thousands of edible duck eggs a week, it is important we produce eggs efficiently and consistently. In 1996 we developed the Golden 300 Hybrid as they lay more and larger eggs, have a higher fertility and are calmer than the Khaki Campbell. The Khaki Campbell may be a good egg producer in small flocks but we were never satisfied with their production in our larger commercial flocks. Because of this inconsistency, we developed the Golden 300 Hybrid by crossing and utilizing the attributes of different duck breeds. The Golden 300 Hybrid females are different shades of brown, from very dark to lighter tan. The male can either have shades of brown or have black on them. They do not retain this characteristic in future generations. So if you mate a Golden 300 Hybrid with another Golden 300 Hybrid, their progeny will hatch in blacks, yellows and browns with no relationship between sex and color. As adults the females range in color from a very light brown to a very dark brown, often with areas of white on them. Males can appear much like a Rouen, or a dull looking Cayuga or with white and dark markings. Commercial Meat and Egg Production Brochure

Looking to raise a diverse and beautiful flock of turkeys while at the same time saving on cost? The Hatchery Choice Heritage Turkey Package is the perfect option. This package gives you a chance to get some of our most popular breeds, including Black Spanish, Blue Slate, Narragansett, and Standard Bronze. When you order this package, you’ll receive a variety of healthy, lively poults, chosen by Metzer Farms. Turkey breeds in your order will be based on our availability at the time of shipment, which may result in only receiving ONE breed. Each breed offers distinct qualities in appearance, temperament, and size. This mix offers something for everyone.

At Metzer Farms, we are committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of duck farming. Our female and male Khaki Campbell ducks, known for their distinctive khaki-colored plumage and vibrant personalities, will complement your breeding program perfectly. Whether you're starting a backyard flock or expanding your farm operation, our Khaki Campbell ducks are guaranteed to exceed your expectations. The Khaki Campbell duck breed is one of the more famous and popular duck breeds due to its excellent egg production. It was introduced in 1901 by Mrs. Adele Campbell of Gloucestershire, England. She experimented with Runners crossed with Rouen and Mallards but never revealed the exact genetic makeup of her Campbells. The advantage over the pure Runner was a more useful carcass for meat and improved egg production. Though they have been turned into an exhibition type breed, she was adamant that her birds were designed for production, not the exhibition hall. Explore our selection of Khaki Campbell ducks today and experience the difference quality breeding makes. Join countless satisfied customers who trust Metzer Farms for superior ducks and exceptional service. Commercial Meat and Egg Production Brochure

The Magpie is originally from Britain and was first bred after World War 1 but their exact ancestry is not entirely known. Breeding documentation dates back to the 1920’s, and it has been said that their ancestry may have included the Indian Runner. Magpies were first exported to the United States in 1963. Today Magpies are commonly raised for showing although they were originally bred as a commercial utility bird for eggs and meat as their egg production is high and their breast feathers are white so the carcass plucks clean. Magpies make a great addition to any yard with their black and white splash of color, their quiet nature, and their calm demeanor.

If you like Metzer Farms, you’ll love our 2025 Metzer Farms Duck Sweatshirt. This sweatshirt is great for wearing around the farm or around town. The sweatshirt is light pink/beige in color with sequined ducks all over! CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Due to its decorative details, this sweatshirt is considered delicate and should be handled gently. We recommend hand washing and laying flat to dry. If you choose to machine wash, use cold water on a delicate cycle and turn the garment inside out. If a sequined duck becomes detached, it can be re-secured with a few stitches or fabric glue. Metzer Farms duck sweatshirts! They make for great gifts, and they are a great way to rep your favorite family hatchery – Metzer Farms!

Mixed gosling orders contain our choice of breeds. Whatever is left over at the end of the day is used for the mixed gosling orders. They can include anything from the common Embden to the rare Sebastopol. We try to include several breeds but it might be only one breed if that is all we have. You can ask that they be sexed but you cannot select breeds.

Pilgrims are the only domestic goose breed in which you can distinguish males from females at any age. As babies, the males are yellow and light gray with lighter colored bills, much like a day old Embden or Sebastopol. The day old female's down is a deeper gray/green with a darker bill like a Toulouse.

Online sales closed 12/22 and 12/29 due to holiday. Will reopen for 1/5. One of our most popular duck egg products is our balut (Filipino) or hot vit lon (Vietnamese). This is a duck egg that has been incubated for 17 days and removed from the incubator for boiling and consumption. It is considered a delicacy and highly nutritious. We remove the eggs from the incubator, candle them to ensure quality, and ship or mail them the same day. We do not cook the balut. Please Note: We cannot accept orders on the site for duck eggs shipping to Hawaii . If you live in Hawaii, please phone us to order salted eggs or balut.

We are now selling our duck eggs under a new brand, Olinday Farms. These are the same great duck eggs you are used to eating but with a new name. We feel it is important to keep our Metzer Farms' brand focused on day-old ducklings while developing a stand-alone brand for fresh duck eggs. Olin Metzer bought the first flock of ducks in our family over 60 years ago and we wanted to celebrate him and the "all day egg" with Olinday Farms duck eggs. One of the unique features of duck eggs is their beautiful shell colors. The color of duck eggs can range from white to various shades of blue and green. This natural variation adds a delightful touch of color to your kitchen and makes them a visually appealing choice for any dish.

Rouens are probably the second most popular breed in North America. They are very beautiful and closely resemble wild Mallards in coloration. The original breed was developed in the Normandy area of France and was given the name Rouen after the city of Rouen. They are second to only Pekins and Muscovy in size and are said to have the most flavorful meat. We have sold our Rouens in the past to growers that have a very specialized meat market. The Rouen is very calm and has a fairly lean carcass.

At Metzer Farms, we prioritize the health and quality of our ducks. Our Fawn and White Runner Ducks are carefully selected to ensure you receive healthy ducks that will thrive in your care. Whether you are a hobbyist or a small farmer, our Fawn & White Runner Duck breed is the perfect choice. All Runners were originally bred in Southeast Asia for high egg production and excellent mobility. There is evidence of their ancient ancestry from stone carvings in Java that are over 2000 years old. This runner duck breed is still being used as they were then. Flocks of ducks are herded daily from field to field eating waste rice, weed seeds, insects, slugs, and other bugs. They are then put in a bamboo pen at night where they lay their eggs and are released the following morning to clean other fields. During the course of their lives, the ducks may cover hundreds of miles in their travels. Therefore, a hardy mobile duck is absolutely necessary - you will not find a better foraging duck than the Runner. Explore our selection of Runner Ducks for sale and discover why Indian Runner Ducks are a favorite among poultry enthusiasts. With our commitment to breeding healthy, happy ducks, Metzer Farms ensures that each bird meets our high standards of quality and care. Order your Fawn and White Runner Ducks today and experience the joy and benefits of raising these fascinating and hardworking ducks!

A new color of Runner Duck being offered in 2025 - Introducing the Silver Runner! Known for their unique upright posture and energetic demeanor, Indian Runner Ducks are a fantastic addition to any flock. At Metzer Farms, we prioritize the health and quality of our ducklings. Our Silver Runner Ducks are carefully selected to ensure you receive healthy baby ducks. Silver Runners are different from other Runner variations in color. They are characterized by their white, very light gray feathering and dark bill. All Runners were originally bred in Southeast Asia for high egg production and excellent mobility. There is evidence of their ancient ancestry from stone carvings in Java that are over 2000 years old. This runner duck breed is still being used as they were then. Flocks of ducks are herded daily from field to field eating waste rice, weed seeds, insects, slugs, and other bugs. They are then put in a bamboo pen at night where they lay their eggs and are released the following morning to clean other fields. During the course of their lives, the ducks may cover hundreds of miles in their travels. Therefore, a hardy mobile duck is absolutely necessary - you will not find a better foraging duck than the Runner.

This beautiful breed of duck was developed by Albert Franz of Germany in the 1930's. He used Pekin, Rouen, Buff and Blue Pommeranian breeds to develop an excellent dual purpose bird that has a light colored undercoat of feathers to make a better appearing carcass.

The Silver Appleyard breed was developed by Reginald Appleyard of England in the 1930's. Among the heavy weight ducks, Silver Appleyards and the Saxony Ducks are considered the most active foragers.

Daffy Duck, of Warner Brothers fame, is probably a Black Swedish - the only difference is that Daffy has white on his neck and a Black Swedish has white on its chest.

The Welsh Harlequin is a fairly new breed, developed by Leslie Bonnett in Wales from two off-colored Khaki Campbell ducklings in 1949. They came to the United States in 1968 and were accepted into the American Poultry Association in 2001 in the Light Duck class. They are becoming a very popular breed due to their multipurpose characteristics. They are calm, inquisitive and excellent foragers. They seem to be the calmest bird on our farm.

The White Crested is also a classic breed, having records of its presence as early as 1660 due them being in paintings of Jan Steen. Other Dutch painters such as d'Hondecoeter, Dirk Wyntrack (1670), Peter Casteels III (1723) and Aart Schouman (at the end of the eighteenth century) also show Crested ducks. Interestingly the Crested duck was admitted into the American Registry (1874) before the British Registry (by 1910). Though they can make a good utility bird (eggs and meat) their popularity waned and it wasn't until the 1980s that their popularity rose again.

Discover the beauty and utility of our White Layer Ducks, renowned for their pristine plumage and exceptional egg-laying capabilities. As a trusted duck hatchery, Metzer Farms proudly sells a line of white ducklings bred specifically for their superior egg production. The White Layer Duck was developed several years after the Golden 300 Hybrid Layer Ducks as some of our customers wanted a white egg laying bird. The advantage of the white color to these customers is the embryo is a lighter, yellow color which is preferable to the variety of colors in the Golden 300 embryo for balut production. Balut are duck eggs incubated for 17 days, removed from the incubator, and cooked. This is a delicacy among some Filipinos, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asia populations. Our White Layer Duck breed is carefully selected to ensure optimal performance in egg production, making them ideal for both commercial farming and backyard enthusiasts alike. With a focus on genetics and health, our white ducks are bred to thrive in most environments, offering reliability and consistency in egg output. Order now and enhance your flock with Metzer Farms' White Layer Ducks. Commercial Meat and Egg Production Brochure

NEW!! Fresh Duck Eggs from Olinday Farms! Our same delicious fresh duck eggs, with a new name and free shipping! ORDER FRESH DUCK EGGS FROM OLINDAY FARMS We are now selling our duck eggs under a new brand, Olinday Farms. These are the same great duck eggs you a...

Not a happy topic, but let’s talk about Avian Influenza (AI). In February 2022, it was found that a of strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) had entered the United States and was detected first in Indiana. Since then, HPAI has been found in over 40+ states...

Albumen - The egg white. Blood Feather - The stage of growth in a feather where the vein in a live quill carries nutrients to the growing feather. Blood Ring - Circular blood remnant visible when an egg is candled, signifying that the embryo has died at a young ag...

DRAFT BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR USE OF DUCKS AS APPLE SNAIL CONTROL IN LO`I KALO. On January 25, 2005 a meeting was held with taro farmers, duck breeders, snail specialists, avian biologists, Division of Forestry and Wildlife and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service representatives i...

October 3, 2022 Dear Customers and Friends of Metzer Farms, This past weekend was a tough one. Despite our best efforts and strict biosecurity protocols, we received the unfortunate news that a flock at our farm in Gonzales, California tested positive for highly...

Demystifying Ducks - How to Pasture Raise and Process Ducks APPPA Grit Newsletter Issue #140 from March / April 2024 Answering the Call for Local Pasture Raised Duck Eggs A great story on raising pasture raised ducks and marketing their eggs by Susan Young of APPPA Grit ...

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I was afraid I got skunked on the sexing (1drake and 3 ducks ordered), but was advised by other duck owners that the drakes and ladies look much the same until fully matured. I see now he has the blue racing stripes on his wings and a much darker bill. At 91/2 weeks they all look beautiful! All ar...

All of our birds came safe and sound!!! They look healthy and they have all been drinking well. The guineas are just the cutest! :)

I'm so relieved that my goslings arrived alive and well! All are energized and look healthy! I wish I could post a photo of them, but they are literally the cutest things I have ever seen! They are the first geese I have ever had. I'm so happy with Metzer's service

Has to be one of the BEST companies Ive ever worked with. They are very kind, honest, and willing to do whatever they can to make the best experience. We didnt have the greatest of luck during shipping but the ladies at Metzer went above and beyond to take care of me and my family, not only once but...

I ordered 2 cayuga male ducklings on a Friday and my babies where shipped right on Monday. They arrived happy heathly and very alert Wednesday morning. They are the cutest little duckies that just love to cuddle and instantly took to eating and drinking. I'm super happy with my experience and highly...

I am incredibly happy with my little mail-order ducklings! They arrived super active and healthy. I was nervous about what to expect when I picked them up at post office- never ordered birds online before, and across the country, too. No need! They were perky and happy and ready to go!! They ...

Ducklings and Guinea arrived safe and alive despite going across country. Arrived within 2 days. The Black Swedish Ducklings are adorable and thriving and super fast runners. Absolutely gorgeous. The guineas are thriving and very cute Keets. Got one bonus keet to. They took extra work showing the...

I just wanted to post a testimonial on your website. I ordered 10 ducklings and they arrived happy and healthy. This is the first time I've ordered from a hatchery and I'm very pleased with my new baby ducklings.

We bought 10 Welsh Harlequin duck eggs from you a couple of years ago. Arrived in Alaska beautifully and 10 were fertile (you sent 12). Almost 3 years later, we have adored our ducks and this breed is the sweetest.

I want you to know I've spent hours on Metzer Farms website, learning all I can, to make my duck's lives better. Thank you for all your info you put out there to help those of us who need it! Metzer Farms is the greatest!

Most of your testimonials are from new owners, but we wanted you to know that years later, we still appreciate the help and advice on breed selection and if I could convince my partner to get a third goose, you will have our business again.

Thank you so much for all of your kindness and help. I'm taking measures now to test and fix the incubator. Thank you for everything.

I just wanted to send a quick note to let you know my geese arrived this morning healthy, happy and ready to go! They are doing wonderfully and have the greatest little personalities! Thank you for my beautiful babies!

I received 5 Silver Appleyard ducklings two days ago. I just wanted to let you know that they arrived safely and they are the sweetest little birds! They are all healthy, eating, drinking and of course pooping like crazy. Thanks for my feathery cuties!

I found Metzer online to ship us 3 new Pekins as the stores around us were out for the season. They shipped them in this perfectly figured out box. They were the 2nd cutest things I've seen (my kids are the 1st only by a hair). They were healthy, happy, and gloriously wonderful.

We bought 10 Welsh Harlequin duck eggs from you a couple of years ago. Arrived in Alaska beautifully and 10 were fertile (you sent 12). Almost 3 years later, we have adored our ducks and this breed is the sweetest.

I just wanted to post a testimonial on your website. I ordered 10 ducklings and they arrived happy and healthy. This is the first time I've ordered from a hatchery and I'm very pleased with my new baby ducklings.

You guys are my "go to" for poultry whenever I know of someone who's looking to add to their flock, for general information on poultry or QUALITY livestock. People always tell me how beautiful my ducks are. All the years I've had Metzer Farms ducks, I've never lost any to diseases or had any malform...

I just wanted to thank all of you at Metzer Farms. We had an unfortunate incident at my small farm and my beloved ducks were killed. I ordered 2 babies from you and could not be happier! While we will always miss Stella and Aflac, the 2 babies you sent us have brought back our joy of having ducks. T...

Thank you. They the sweetest addition to our family. They love music and enjoy the Florida heat.

Thank U Metzer Farms. My Chinese and African arrived on Wed (7/3). They could not be any healthier or happier. Sweetest girls.

I bought my 8 mallards when they were less then a week old from a local feed store. My thought was I would raise these ducks so I could give back to the earth what my husband (a avid duck hunter) has taken away. The store had only 8 left so I bought all 8 expecting some of them not to make it sin...

She's my little white duck and I love what I got. <br><br> I have a little duck named Sofy Sue<br> The sweetest little Pekin that never flew<br> She has orange webs flapping on the floor<br> When I think she's...

Oh, don't get me wrong, I love my little flock of 10 geese. But they are trying at times, particularly when they got into my garden patch and ate all my pumpkin, watermelon and sunflower starters to the ground. They even went for the pepper plants but stopped short after a few bites. I don't herd m...

I purchased "Pong" in the Spring of 1995, when I was in third grade. My father had found a stray and lonely Rouen duckling wandering in the roadway, and brought it home for me to raise. I decided "Ping" (Yes, like the Duck in the book) needed a companion. Ping and Pong became the best of frien...