The Ixworth:

The Ixworth was created by Reginald Appleyard, who created the Silver Appleyard duck, as the ultimate table breed that also lays plenty of eggs.  He succeeded in creating a breed that is heavier than it looks and comes only in white with fine skin and short feathers for ease of plucking - desirable qualities in a bird that's destined to be roasted!  It nearly became extinct but thanks to the dedication of a small number of breeders it has survived, though it is still on the critical list of the Rare Breed Survival Trust.

Ixworth Links:

(not many, this breed is VERY rare)

RBST

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