Pekin ducks have pure white feathers, sometimes with a creamy or yellowish tint. They have large, solid bodies with broad chests and thick necks. Their beaks are short, straight, and yellowish-orange, and they have webbed feed of a similar color. Male Pekin ducks tend to be built heavier, weighing 8-11 pounds, while females are smaller, weighing around 7-9 pounds. Pekin ducks have dark, expressive eyes, and are characterized by their classic "duck" appearance.
Meat and Eggs
Pekin ducks are the most popular duck on the market, bred mainly for their meat. Their meat is tender, mild, and they are prized for their large breast meat by chefs and home cooks alike. The females are good egg-layers, producing around 125-225 eggs annually, more than Muscovy ducks. Their eggs are larger than chicken eggs, and white or slightly tinted. The eggs usually have a rich, creamy flavor, with thicker whites and darker yolks, excellent for baking and savory dishes.
Temperament
Like Muscovy Ducks, Pekin ducks tend to be quite tame and docile, a good option for familes and beginner duck farmers. They can have a tendency to be noisy, especially when it's feeding time or when they want attention. Quaking is common, though maybe less so then some other breeds. These ducks love to explore and are quite resilient to various climates and environments.
Pekin Ducks
I got 8 Pekin female. They are now 3 weeks old and doing great. Fast shipping and great packaging.
Tammy C
Black Female Muscovies
They have great communication , I ordered 6 and got 7 they came a day early so far all good Thank you!!!
Sean
Pekin Duck FAQs
Yes, their friendly nature makes them suitable for mixed flocks.
On average, about six pounds per duck, with some drakes producing even more.
Our Pekin ducks are $8.05 a piece for males, and $8.80 a piece for females. Straight run ducks (not specified male or female) are $7.30 a duck.
We ship our ducks anywhere in the United States. All duck orders are shipped as ducklings.
Why Choose Shirlock Acres?
NPIP-Certified Hatchery
From the moment a duckling hatches at Shirlock Acres, its health is our top priority. Because we’re an NPIP-certified hatchery, every bird is carefully monitored and tested to ensure its illness-free. When your ducklings arrive, they’ll be bright-eyed, energetic, and ready to thrive in your flock.
Nearly 20 Years of Experience
In 2007, a few ducks in the Shirk family’s backyard sparked a passion that soon grew beyond our fence line. Today, Shirlock Acres ships ducklings across the country, but our heart is still rooted in family care. Roger and Derek Shirk continue to raise every bird with the same honesty and attention they’ve always given their own. Curious how it all began? You’ll find the full story on our About Us page.
State-of-the-Art Hatchery
From the moment they hatch, our ducklings are raised in a safe, well-kept environment where every detail is watched over with care. That attention ensures the birds you receive are healthy, thriving, and eager to settle into their new home.
Our Delivery Process
At Shirlock Acres, we take duckling delivery seriously. Before shipping, we hand-check every Pekin Duck and only send the strongest, freshest birds. You’ll get a tracking number and a heads-up when your ducklings ship, plus you’ll need to pick them up from the post office as soon as they arrive. We tweak our shipping process for the weather, and if anything goes wrong within the first 24 hours, we’ll make it right.
Shipments go out Mondays (every Monday for Muscovy, every other Monday for Pekin & Silver Appleyard)
Ducklings are shipped 0-2 days old, hand-checked for health
Boxes include soft bedding, ventilation, dividers, GroGel, and heat packs in winter
Tracking number and pickup notification provided
Immediate care: preheat brooder (85-90°F), provide warm water with electrolytes, starter feed, and monitor activity
Live arrival guarantee: refund or replacement if ducklings don’t survive the first 24 hours (photo required)
