Meet the Cayuga Ducks
The Cayuga is an American breed of domestic duck. It was introduced to the Finger Lakes region of New York State in about 1840, and is named for the Cayuga people of that area. Until the last years of the nineteenth century it was the principal duck reared for meat in the United States.
Park Location Safari Park Drive-thru
About the Cayuga Ducks
Conservation Status | Endangered |
Weight | 7 – 8 lbs |
Diet | Cayuga ducks aren’t picky eaters. They’ll happily consume a mix of commercial feed, insects, and fresh greens. If they’re left to free-roam or forage, they’ll find a lot of their own food as well. |
Incubation | 28 Days |
Life Span | 7 – 10 Years |
Threats | Cayuga ducks face threats from predators, hot sun, and a lack of space. |
