Swedish Ducks

Breed Overview

Swedish ducks have a long history as hardy, practical farm birds. Traditional European farmers believed blue-colored ducks were especially resilient, produced superior meat, and were less visible to predators, making them a popular choice for centuries. The foundation stock of what became the Swedish duck was documented in Pomerania in 1835, a region that was then part of the Kingdom of Sweden.

Swedish ducks were imported into North America in 1884 and were officially recognized by the American Poultry Association in 1904. Since then, they have been maintained in modest numbers as general-purpose farm ducks, ornamental birds, pets, and exhibition stock.

The Swedish is a medium-sized, stocky duck, typically weighing 6.5–8 pounds. It has an oval head, a medium-length bill with a nearly straight top line, and a solid, well-muscled body carried about 20 degrees above horizontal. While Blue Swedish is the only color recognized in the American Standard, Swedish ducks are also commonly found in Black, Silver, and Splashed color patterns.

Swedish ducks are valued as a utility breed, producing well-flavored meat and thriving best in pasture-based systems where they can actively forage. They mature at a moderate pace and do not perform as well in confinement as they do in open paddocks, orchards, or grass-based setups.

They typically lay 100–150 white or lightly tinted (blue or green) eggs per year and are known for their calm, even temperaments, making them easy to manage and pleasant to keep.

Our Swedish Ducks

Our Swedish duck flock includes three birds:

Drake:

    •    Juicebox (Black)

Hens:

    •    Hot Chocolate (Brown)    •    Bendy Straw (Black)

Our Focus

Swedish ducks are an excellent fit for a diversified homestead, combining strong foraging ability, good meat quality, and gentle personalities. Our goal with this group is to maintain hardy, well-structured birds that thrive in pasture-based systems and contribute both utility and beauty to the farm.