Pomeranian Duck
The Pomeranian duck, or Pommern duck, is a heritage utility duck from the Baltic region of Pomerania, now divided between northern Germany and Poland. It is a medium to large domestic duck traditionally kept for both eggs and meat on small farms. The most recognizable birds are black or blue with a clean white bib on the chest, and drakes may show a green sheen in the darker plumage. Bibbed coloring can make them resemble Swedish ducks, but true Pomeranians have their own regional history and type.
Pomeranian ducks are valued by keepers who want active foragers that handle cool, damp weather reasonably well. They still need dry shelter, clean water for drinking and bathing, and protection from foxes, raccoons, dogs, and birds of prey. Breeding flocks should be selected for sound bodies, fertility, correct bib pattern, and the established black or blue color varieties. Because the breed is uncommon, buyers should not assume that any blue or black bibbed duck is a Pomeranian. Exchanging unrelated stock helps small conservation flocks avoid narrowing the gene pool.
