Phenotypic Characteristic of Magelang Ducks with Difference Plumage Colors
Ayu Rahayu1, 2, a), Tety Hartatik3, b), Heru Sasongko3, c), and Dyah Maharani3, d)

1 Graduated School of Animal Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, 55281 Indonesia
2 Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Tidar, Magelang, 56116 Indonesia
3 Faculty of Animal Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, 55281 Indonesia

Abstract

Understanding the phenotypic characteristics of difference plumage colors of Magelang ducks is essential for their utilization and conservation. The objective of this study was to characterize the morphological traits of Magelang ducks with difference plumage colors. This research was conducted in Sempu hamlet, Secang District, Magelang Regency by surveying several breeders in the area. Data of fifthy heads of Magelang Duck from four farmer groups based on different plumage colors were visually appraised for the qualitative traits. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results showed that Magelang duck have three plumage colors consisting of brown (60 percent), black (30 percent) and white (10 percent). The results of morphological measurements of the beak (6.33 +/- 0.49 cm), leg (7.00 +/- 0.73 cm) and middle shank length (7.24 +/- 0.75 cm) in Magelang ducks with certain black plumage color were relatively high. The brown plumage color ducks were relatively high neck necklace length (3.23 +/- 1.75 cm). The white plumage color ducks were relatively high plumage length (38.0 +/- 2.63 cm). It can be concluded that Magelang ducks with different plumage colors have different body size and possess a considerable phenotypic diversity. That could be important for the genetic improvement through systematic breeding strategies with appropriate selection method.

Keywords: phenotypic, Magelang ducks, plumage colors

Topic: Animal Genetics, Breeding and Livestock Production