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The Black Cayuga is of American origin, and takes its name from Cayuag county, New York state. It carries the blood of the wild black duck, the Black East India, and probably some Rouen blood was introduced for the purpose of somewhat larger size. The Cayuga should be bred to the meat type. Weights are: Adult drake, 8 lbs.; adult duck, 7 lbs.; young duck, 6 lbs.
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