Feathered game
Mallard ducks
Breeding birds raised free-range on natural ponds
Free-range pond breeding
Our mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) are raised free-range on our natural ponds, in conditions close to their wild environment. This extensive farming approach allows birds to develop quality waterproof plumage, powerful flight musculature and the natural behaviour of wild ducks. They feed freely on aquatic vegetation, supplemented with grain grown on the farm.
- Natural ponds
- Farming on natural stretches of water bordered by reedbeds and aquatic vegetation, reproducing the wild habitat.
- Freedom of movement
- Mallards have free flight space, developing powerful pectoral musculature.
- Mixed nutrition
- Natural aquatic food supplemented with farm grain (wheat, maize).
Breeding quality
GIBIS mallards are selected for their breeding qualities. Our bloodlines produce birds with brilliant, full plumage characteristic of wild mallards: iridescent emerald green head for males, mottled brown plumage for females. Selection also covers fertility, hatch rate and duckling vitality.
Morphological selection
Breeding birds chosen for conformity to the wild mallard standard, excluding any trace of domestication.
Authentic plumage
Full and colourful plumage, without white markings or discolouration typical of domestic ducks.
Reproduction performance
Bloodlines selected for high fertility and the vitality of their offspring.
Hunting suitability
Raised in semi-wild conditions, our mallards develop the wary behaviour and fast flight of wild ducks. Unlike intensively farmed mallards, our birds are fully suited to release for waterfowl shooting. Their ability to quickly reach wetland areas after release makes them a preferred choice for hunting clubs and marshland managers.
Powerful flight
Flight capability comparable to wild mallard thanks to free-range pond breeding.
Wary behaviour
Developed flight instinct, reactivity to visual and sound stimuli identical to wild mallard.
Rapid integration
Ability to spontaneously reach wetland areas and integrate with existing wild populations.
Mallard ducks for sale — releases for wildfowling
Looking for mallard ducks for sale for your pond, your marsh or your shooting ground? GIBIS offers release mallard reared free on ponds at our farm in Chatte, in the Isère (38160). The GIBIS release mallard comes in two forms: the vaccinated young duck of 8-10 weeks (13,00 € each, available in June), ideal for a summer release that gives the birds time to take to the water before the wildfowl season opens, and the adult mallard ready to be shot (16,50 € each, available from August). We deliver to shooting clubs, hunting associations, marsh managers and private individuals throughout France in our own fitted vehicles, with a live arrival guarantee and the required health certificates. Prices fall with quantity: ask for your quotation through our contact page or on 04 76 38 31 01. To organise a complete restocking programme for your ground (pheasants, partridges, mallard), see also our restocking page and our live game catalogue.
Release mallard reared on ponds
Birds from an extensive system on natural ponds: powerful flight, waterproof plumage and the wariness of a wild duck, for successful shooting releases.
Vaccinated young or adults ready to shoot
Young vaccinated mallard in June to prepare the season, adults in August to reinforce a water body just before or during the shooting period.
Delivery throughout France, live arrival guaranteed
Transport in our fitted vehicles with health certificates; deliveries also possible to Belgium, Switzerland and Luxembourg.
Season 2026 Pricing
2026-2027 hunting season — prices current as of August 2026