The chemical components of Potamogeton crispus I. powder (PCP), pellet P. crispus feed (PPC), the mixed feed of red-yolk ducks were determined. The results showed that the crude protein and total carotenoids contents of PCP were 133. 6 g/kg and 463. 1 mg/kg respectively, which are higher than maize. The crude protein content was as high as the wheat bran. The components contents of PPC were red carotenoids pigments 20. 59 mg/kg, gross dry matter 900. 5 g/kg, crude protein 129. 6 g/kg, crude fat 43. 6 g/kg, crude fiber 47. 5 g/kg, nitrogen-f...