Bronze and Lilac Muscovy ducks are bold, quiet, and beautifully distinctive. Bronze varieties shimmer with deep chocolate plumage and a green iridescent sheen, while Lilacs display a soft silver lavender tone that stands out in pasture or aviary settings. Unlike most domestic ducks, Muscovies are calm, excellent foragers, and naturally quieter than traditional quacking breeds.
They are a strong choice for ornamental breeding, diversified farm programs, and practical pasture management.
Origin: Central and South America
Maintenance: Low
Adult Size: Hens 6 to 8 pounds | Drakes 10 to 15 pounds
Rarity: Bronze uncommon | Lilac rare
Purpose: Ornamental, meat, foraging
Egg Color: Cream to off white
Annual Egg Production: 80 to 120
Cold Hardiness: Yes with dry shelter
Heat Tolerance: Excellent
Docile: Yes
Broodiness: Strong
Confinement Tolerance: Good but prefers space
Personality: Calm, intelligent, quiet