How to Tell the Sex of Muscovy Ducks
- 1). Listen to the call of the ducks. Hens will sing out, whereas drakes will hiss as they quack.
- 2). Look at the differences in the Muscovy's masks. The area between the eye and beak will be less prominent in females, while males will have more elaborate and swollen facial masks.
- 3). Watch how the ducks walk. Male Muscovy ducks will shake their tail feathers as they strut around the pond. Female Muscovy ducks will walk gingerly, and appear shy.
- 4). Look for differences in the ducks sizes. Drakes are substantially larger than hens. Hens have a smooth appearance, while drakes look fluffy and heavy.