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A flying duck race (Indonesian: ''Pacu Itiak'') is a tradition in Payakumbuh,
by Sue Nelson 21 February 1993 where ducks fly towards a specified finish line. Young female ducks (4–6 months old) that cannot fully fly are used, and ducks are numbered on their bills. Races cover distances ranging from . Races are held weeklyExploring West Sumatra, the Tour de Singkarak way
by Syofiardi Bachyul Jb, The Jakarta Post July 28, 2013 in different areas, along streets or over
A flying duck race (Indonesian: ''Pacu Itiak'') is a tradition in Payakumbuh, West Sumatra
West Sumatra ( id, Sumatra Barat) is a Provinces of Indonesia, province of Indonesia. It is located on the west coast of the island of Sumatra and includes the Mentawai Islands off that coast. The province has an area of , with a population of 5, ...
TRAVEL / Fowl play in Payakumbuh: Duck racing is the unique sport of West Sumatraby Sue Nelson 21 February 1993 where ducks fly towards a specified finish line. Young female ducks (4–6 months old) that cannot fully fly are used, and ducks are numbered on their bills. Races cover distances ranging from . Races are held weekly
by Syofiardi Bachyul Jb, The Jakarta Post July 28, 2013 in different areas, along streets or over
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fields. The races are accompanied with music and parade activities.References
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