AYLESBURY DUCK. 



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AYLESBURY DUCK. 



This species of duck is a pure white, and is considered the 

 best for breeding, all things considered, of any known variety. 

 Mr. Giles, of Providence, the famous breeder, says : 



This breed I brought out with me from England. They are white, 

 with white bills ; flesh, of a beautiful white ; weigh from eight to ten. 

 pounds a pair, and are considered a rarity in London, and command 

 one-third more price there than any other ducks. 



I have made considerable inquiry in regard to the best 

 breed of ducks among us, and I am fully satisfied that this is 

 the breed, above all others, to be kept. They are much larger 

 than our common breeds, their flesh is of a better flavor, and 

 their feathers are nearly equal to those of geese. If, however, 

 any one has a better breed, he will do the public a favor by 

 communicating a description to me for publication in the 

 Northern Farmer. 



