Barbary duck
Mulard duck
Originally a wild species which comes from South America, domesticated in the 16th century and brought to Europe by Christopher Columbus, Barbary ducks are very robust and easy to rear. They are distinguished by a plump carcass and with meat containing very little fat, generally called "lean ducks"
Their characteristics: The face is often caruncular
Called "Fatty Ducks", they are the result of crossbreeding between a Barbary duck and a Peking Duck. Due to this crossbreeding it is possible to obtain a rustic duck which has the ability to produce an excellent foie gras and meat which is particularly full of flavour.
Their characteristics: The head and tail often have black markings
