Pekin duck
breed of duck
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The Pekin is a breed of large, white ducks that originated in China. They are primarily raised for meat production and are known for being meaty, fast-growing, and prolific egg layers. The American Poultry Association recognizes the White Pekin as the most widely raised duck breed in the United States.12
It is important to distinguish the Pekin duck breed from the dish known as Peking duck, which consists of roasted duck meat and crispy skin served with pancakes and other accompaniments.3
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