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At the Sainte-Croix Animal Park, Rouen ducks roam freely and interact with other ducks. Visitors can thus observe this breed in an environment that meets its natural needs. They enjoy strolling around the ponds and lawns, swimming, and watching their surroundings.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n

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Native to the Rouen region of Normandy, these ducks are hardy, sociable, and curious. The Rouen duck is distinguished by its imposing size and natural elegance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Description<\/h2>\n \n

Anas platyrhynchos domestic<\/p>\n \n

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Ducks, geese, and swans<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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3 to 4.5 kg<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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55 to 65 cm<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Normandy, France<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Least Concern<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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8 to 12 years old<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Males have brightly colored plumage: a green head, a dark brown breast, and gray flanks. In contrast, females have more subdued plumage, which helps them blend into their surroundings while incubating their eggs.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n

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These ducks are omnivores, which means they eat a little bit of everything: seeds, vegetables, insects, and crustaceans.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n

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In the spring, the females lay an average of about ten eggs. The ducklings hatch quickly, covered in down and able to follow their mother to swim and feed.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n

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Rouen ducks play an active role in maintaining ponds and wetlands by foraging for food. They help limit the growth of algae, thereby contributing to a balanced aquatic ecosystem.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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