{"product_id":"rouen-unsexed-0-2-weeks","title":"Rouen Unsexed 0–2 Weeks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA calm, heavyweight duck with classic mallard coloring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRouen ducks are large domestic ducks valued for meat, ornamental appeal, and a modest supply of eggs. Their mallard-like coloring and calm disposition make them an appealing choice for backyard flocks with room to roam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRouens are a French domestic duck breed known for their substantial size and mallard-like plumage. Production-type birds are lighter and more active than the heavier exhibition type, which has a deep body and prominent keel. Rouens are primarily a meat and ornamental breed rather than a high-output laying duck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales lay large eggs, most commonly white or cream, with occasional pale green tinting. Egg production and the age at first lay vary with breeding line, season, nutrition, and management; heavier exhibition birds may lay fewer eggs than production-type Rouens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir calm nature can suit beginners and families, though individual birds vary and children should handle them gently under supervision. In Central Florida, provide dependable shade, airflow, fresh drinking water deep enough to submerge the head, and dry, well-drained shelter. Secure nighttime housing and supervised or predator-protected outdoor access are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRouen Breed Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eEgg Color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eWhite, cream; occasional pale green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eEgg Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eLarge to extra large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eApprox. Eggs \/ Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e100-150; fewer in some exhibition lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eApprox. Age at First Lay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e6-8 months; season-dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eCalm, gentle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMature Hen Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e6-9 lb (female duck; type-dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMature Rooster Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e7-10 lb (drake; type-dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMeat, ornamental, secondary egg production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eBroodiness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eModerate; line-dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eHeat Tolerance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eModerate; shade and water essential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eCold Tolerance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eConfinement Tolerance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood with adequate space\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eForaging \/ Free-Range Ability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood; heavier birds less active\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eAppearance \/ Distinctive Characteristics\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFemales: mottled brown. Drakes: green head, white neck ring, chestnut breast, gray body; seasonal plumage changes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eYes, with proper duck housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFamily \/ Child Friendly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eYes, with supervised handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFlock Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood with similarly sized ducks; manage drake numbers and prevent drakes from mating with chicken hens.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eHousing \/ Space Notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eRoomy, predator-resistant housing; dry bedding, well-drained outdoor space, and head-dunking water. Swimming water is beneficial.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Hard Run Acres Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54109838344492,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/1381\/5852\/files\/hra-rouen-pair-ai-placeholder-20260930-231208.png?v=1790810036","url":"https:\/\/hard-run-acres-farm.myshopify.com\/products\/rouen-unsexed-0-2-weeks","provider":"Hard Run Acres Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}