This special re-print edition of H.H. Stoddard's "Domestic Waterfowl" contains a treasure trove of information on raising waterfowl of all types. Written in 1885, this classic text introduces us to the basics of raising ducks, geese and swans, be it for pleasure, exhibition, egg production or meat purposes. Included are details on Mallard Ducks, Rouen Ducks, Pekin Ducks, Aylesburn Ducks, Cayuga Ducks, Mandarins, Wood Ducks, Black East India Ducks, Muscovy Ducks, as well as Emden Geese, Toulouse, Chinese and rare varieties of Geese and Swans. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.