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Newly Accepted Breeds/Colours

bwpadm — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 09:21:51 +0000

Although these breeds and colours are far from new, they are not listed in the current printed BWA Waterfowl Standards. They represent a slight expansion on the descriptions published in the 7th Edition of British Poultry Standards, 2018.

These four are included in the Exhibitor of the Year scheme and have classes at all qualifying shows. The full standard will be added shortly.

Appleyard Call

Apricot Appleyard Call (Butterscotch)

Franconian Goose

Shetland Goose

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British Waterfowl Standards

bwpadm — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 09:20:50 +0000

From its inauguration (as The Waterfowl Club) in 1887, the British Waterfowl Association has continued to play a key role in producing the Waterfowl Standards, from the Poultry Club Standards of 1901 to this 2008 edition. This edition contains major revisions in format, terminology, historical information and structure, including graded judging defects and colour genotypes.

Both editions can be purchased through our shop.

BWA WATERFOWL STANDARDS 2008

168 pages, fully illustrated, 200 pictures of all the breeds and colours

Click here for sample pages on the Yellow Belly Call duck as a pdf

All the Ducks and Geese in one spiral-bound A5 volume

New breeds and colours
Graded judging defects
Historical information
Colour genotypes

BWA WATERFOWL STANDARDS 1999
Millennium Edition with Carl Donner Paintings.

Following the publication of the 1982 Poultry Club Standards, which introduced new descriptions for several breeds of waterfowl, Tom Bartlett suggested that the BWA should produce its own illustrated standards in colour. The Norfolk artist Carl Donner was commissioned to paint watercolours of all the breeds, plus the standard colours of Calls and Indian Runners. These were published in 1999 as this specially commissioned millennium edition.

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Breeders

bwpadm — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 11:53:18 +0000

Entries in this classified index can only be posted by members, but can be viewed by anyone. There is a charge of £20 a year. You may submit an entry from the Member Area page.

Please mention these pages if you contact a breeder. Thank you.

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Town Knowl Waterfowl

Bedfordshire

Domestic ducks: Black East Indian. Call ducks.
Wildfowl include: geese - Barnacle, Ross's, Lesser White-fronted and Red-breasted. Ducks - Wigeon, Pintail, White-faced Whistling, Chiloé Wigeon, Bahama Pintail, Australian Shelduck.

Contact: Bridget and Nick Burman

Tel: 01525 402253 / 07974 953870

Email: burmantkf@yahoo.co.uk

Arnold & Daphne Zwetsloot

Bedfordshire

Breeders since 1952.
Bufflehead, Eiders, Goldeneye, Long-tailed Duck, Mergansers, Smew, Stifftails, Brent, Emperor, Red-breasted, Ross's plus others.
Rearing equipment & accessories.
Visitors welcome by appointment.

Contact: Arnold & Daphne Zwetsloot

Tel: 01767 640143

Email: ruth.stewart@live.co.uk

Exhibition Waterfowl

Devon

Exhibition quality Welsh Harlequin and Buff Orpington Ducks. Good laying strains.
Also West of England Geese.

Contact: Tracey Eden or Terry Reddaway

Tel: 07824 649228

Email: oepf@msn.com

Call and ornamental ducks available

Carmarthenshire

Breeder of Call Ducks Various Colours Available.
Also Various Ornamental Ducks.

Contact: Jayne Arran

Tel: 01267281015

Email: jaynearran@yahoo.co.uk

Bruce Howell

Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk

SWANS: Black, Black-necked, Trumpeter, Whooper.
GEESE: Barnacle, Nēnē, Red-breasted, Ross's.
DUCKS: Eider, Goldeneye, Smew, Teal, Tree ducks, Wigeon, Indian runners.

Contact: Bruce Howell

Tel: 01362 668303

Email: brucehowellwaterfowl@gmail.com

Web: http://brucehowellwaterfowl.co.uk

Smiths Nurseries

Lincolnshire, Yorkshire

Smiths Nurseries, Main Road, Thorngumbald, Hull, East Yorkshire.
Breeders and Suppliers of Ornamental and Domestic Ducks, Geese and Swans.

Contact: Charlie Hardcastle

Tel: 01482 899777

Email: sales@smithsnurseries.com

Web: http://www.smithsnurseries.com

Anglia Waterfowl and Poultry

Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk

120 species of ornamental ducks, geese, swans, bantams, large fowl, pheasants, peafowl & guinea fowl.

Contact: Nick Willis

Tel: 07752 160009

Email: anglia.wildfowl@gmail.com

Web: http://www.angliawaterfowlandpoultry.co.uk

Luke Millward

Dorset

Private collection of ornamental wildfowl: species of ducks, geese and swans.
Most species kept: Teal, Divers,Tree ducks.
Also domestic geese and miniature ducks available.

Contact: Luke Millward

Tel: 07788230860

Email: Lkmillward@me.com

Glyn and Sandra Pass

Hampshire

Private collection of wildfowl including:
Mandarin, Carolina, Shovelers, Maned Ducks, Bufflehead, Smew, Goldeneye, Eider, Ringed Teal, Whistling Ducks, Marbled Teal, Nēnē, Red-breasted Geese, Lesser White-fronted etc.

Contact: Glyn and Sandra Pass

Tel: 02380 814300

Email: pass376@btinternet.com

Grange Farm Cottage

Lincolnshire

Ornamental ducks:
Eider, Falcated, Baikal, Tree Ducks, Spotted Tree, Shellduck, Mandarin, Wigeon, etc.

Contact: Michael Adcock

Tel: 01476 585354

Email: cladcock1208@gmail.com

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Members’ Adverts

bwpadm — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 11:48:01 +0000

Members of the BWA are invited to advertise any birds/equipment they have available for sale. There is no charge. You can submit your advert via the Member Area.

• Bird flu •

Before considering moving birds or equipment, do check whether they are in a restricted zone where this may not be permitted. These areas surround confirmed AI outbreaks and can be viewed on the interactive map on the gov.uk site for cases and control zones.

Listings will usually be removed after two months. Only counties with adverts are included in the county list.

The BWA is not responsible for the accuracy or content of this page.

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First Time?

bwpadm — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 11:38:28 +0000

Getting your first birds is exciting but we do need to put their needs first. Time spent on research is never wasted, so make sure you choose the right breed or species and have everything in place for their arrival.

Pens and predator protection

Waterfowl are inquisitive and will wander a considerable distance from water, especially when they are first introduced. A bird which has travelled some distance in a box will naturally want to get as far away from you as possible. If your aviary is large, consider making a small temporary enclosure near a feed station so new arrivals can get their bearings and settle down safely.

Water

Waterfowl need to be able to immerse their heads fully to keep eyes and nostrils clean. After transport, they welcome the opportunity to bathe. Keeping the feathers in good condition is instinctive as it is their key to survival.

Shelter

After the trauma of a journey, birds may try to hide for a while whilst they get their bearings. Waterfowl generally have more difficulty keeping cool than warm, so make sure they can get out of direct sun. In winter it may be necessary to provide frost-free ground and shelter from persistent rain for some. There should always be open water available for them.

Who goes with who?

All domestic ducks except the Muscovy Cairina moschata are descended from the Mallard Anas platyrhynchos, so can all interbreed given the opportunity. Geese too have common ancestors, mainly the Greylag Goose Anser anser and the Swan Goose, Anser cygnoides. If you keep several breeds you will need to have separate pens for each one or you will end up with mongrels. Many wildfowl can interbreed, even though they are distinct species. Some wild species have an instinctive dislike of others, it is worth doing some research if you wish to keep some of the less common species.

Feeding

The basic duck and goose maintenance ration is a good starting point. At different times of the year you may need to change to breeder rations, young stock will need crumbs then grower pellets. Some people use feed formulated for chickens. Though generally cheaper, it is not perfect. If you do, the feed must not be medicated with a coccidiostat, which could be toxic to waterfowl. Medication is usually listed in the ingredients. Treats like wholewheat bread, millet or wheat are fine, but not as the only diet.

Make a plan

Despite the best planning for your facilities, there may be times when things go wrong. For instance, what will you do if

you have travelling problems whilst collecting birds
a bird gets sick
you are taken ill and cannot get out to feed
you have an accident whilst tending the birds
your family insist you take a holiday or you have to look after a relative unexpectedly

Part of your management plan should include registering with a vet, preferrably a practice that has a partner experienced with birds.

The BWA has a network of local and regional contacts, we hope you will join us and benefit from all we have to offer.

More information on waterfowl husbandry can be found here.

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Marketplace

bwpadm — Sat, 06 Jul 2019 21:35:38 +0000

Time spent on research is never wasted!

Marketplace is where you can find information about what to buy and where to buy. You will get most enjoyment out of your birds if you are ready for their arrival. We strongly urge new keepers to be prepared and everyone, however experienced, to routinely review their husbandry practices.

One of our core missions in the BWA is to improve the standards of welfare for all waterfowl kept in captivity. This includes wild waterfowl and domestic ducks and geese, whether kept for utility or exhibition.

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