Cayuga × Indian Runner ducks are a crossbreed combining the striking iridescent coloring of the Cayuga with the upright posture and active nature of the Indian Runner.
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Cayuga × Indian Runner Duck Description:
Breed Type: Hybrid (cross of Cayuga and Indian Runner)
Purpose: Eggs, ornamental, and pest control
Size: Medium (~4–6 lbs)
Appearance:
Body shape may be more upright like the Indian Runner
Feather color often dark greenish-black or iridescent with mixed patterns
Sleek build, possibly with a slight sheen from the Cayuga parent
Temperament:
Active and alert from the Runner side
Calm and manageable from the Cayuga side
Generally friendly and great foragers
Eggs:
~150–200 eggs/year
Eggs may be pale, tinted, or even gray/black early in the season (a Cayuga trait)
Noise Level: Moderate—quieter than most other duck breeds
Hardiness: Cold-hardy and adaptable
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These hybrid ducks are ideal for backyard flocks, offering beauty, good egg production, and excellent foraging behavior with a mix of energy and calmness.