You are most likely referring to a Black Swedish Duck.  They are mostly black with a white breast.  Their bills are traditionally a yellowish olive color. Black Swedish Ducks are often referred to as the Daffy Duck breed.

Generally, people knowledgeable about ducks will not recommend you keep just one duck of any breed.   Ducks are inherently social creatures and still maintain many of their flock instincts, even if you have a domesticated breed like a pet Pekin duck.  This can cause them to behave irrationally and become emotionally distressed.   While people … Read more

It really depends on your specific goals and capabilities in caring for your pet ducks.  Here are the three most popular types of bet ducks, with explanations of their traits that people find most desirable - Pekin Ducks - are large and white (think Aflac commercials), they have a calm demeanor and relaxed temperament.  Pekin ducklings are … Read more

Generally not.  Males (drakes) can be aggressive towards other animals if they've assumed and alpha male role of a larger flock.  However, ducks being aggressive towards humans is very rare. According to eFowl.com's listing of Pekin Ducks are the most popular domestic ducks as they have a "calm demeanor and relaxed temperament". … Read more

If you can find a local farm or hatchery that has some, that is always an option. Although it is an increasingly rare solution. By far the best way to get a pet duck is to order some ducklings on line. Recent shipping innovations allow the little birds to be safely transported across the country … Read more