What are the characteristics of the Chaohu duck? A comprehensive introduction to its breed features

The Chaohu duck is mainly produced in Lujiang, Chaoxian, Feixi, Feidong and other counties in Anhui Province. It has a robust constitution, is agile in movement, and has strong stress resistance and foraging ability. It is excellent material for making Wuwei smoked duck and Nanjing pressed salted duck. Adult male ducks weigh 2.1 to 2.7 kg, and female ducks 1.9 to 2.4 kg. The age at first laying is 140 to 160 days, with an average annual egg production of 160 to 180 eggs, an egg weight of 70 grams, and white-shelled eggs accounting for 87%.