Popular Domesticated Goose Breeds
Published by A list of the most popular goose breeds that might be of help to soon-to-be geese breeders.
Nowadays, geese breeding is fast becoming a popular past-time activity for many people. Some breed geese just to have a fun of it while others take geese breeding for the monetary benefits it gives. So taking into consideration both aspects of geese breeding, it’s very important to know how to choose the right breed of goose. There are several geese breeds each with its own goose breed characteristics. When it comes to breeding geese or starting to raise geese, it all comes down to finding the right goose breed for you!
For people who are interested in geese breeding, I listed 9 common and popular goose breeds that might help you in starting your own backyard geese hobby!
Chinese Goose Breed
The Chinese goose breed is one of the more popular goose breed, though they are much smaller than other breeds (except the Egyptian goose). A typical male Chine goose can weigh up to 12 pounds (male) while female Chinese goose can grow up to 10 pounds.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/8604231@N02/3248956408/
Toulouse Goose Breed
This goose breed comes from France and is a good source for meat production. The Toulouse is a large goose breed and can easily be identified by its orange goose bill, dark gray feathers and brown eyes. You will be awed by its size that males grow to 26 pounds and female weighs to 20 pounds.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/abbamouse/2443300873/
Embden Goose Breed
This German goose breed is excellent for goose egg layers and is often pick by geese breeders who are interested in egg production. Sporting white plumage, Emden goose breed is much leaner than the Toulouse goose breed. Males Emden goose can grow up 26 pounds while females can weigh up to 20 pounds.
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Domestic_Goose.jpg
African Goose Breed
Though taller than the Toulouse and Emden goose breeds, African goose breed weighs lighter where males can grow up to 20 pounds and female can weigh up to 18 pounds. This breed is a good source for eggs. African goose breed distinctive mark include: brown plumage, dark beak and a knob on its head.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/19598613@N00/846552903/
Canada Goose Breed
The Canada goose breed is a much lighter breed compared to other breeds where the average weight for males is 12 pounds. Found mostly in North America, prospective breeders need to apply first for a goose ownership permit from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/voght/2289975467/
Buff Goose Breed
The Buff geese breed is a good source for meat but not for laying. It has an off-white or sometimes beige colored feathers. Males can weigh up to 18 pounds while females weighs 2 pounds less.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/spunter/2349590545/
Pilgrim Goose Breed
If you are looking for a breed that is a good source for meat then get a Pilgrim goose. Pilgrim goose breed falls under the medium-sized goose breed where the average weight for male is 14 pounds and for female 12 pounds. Take note that males sport white plumage while females are gray.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/scillystuff/976019229/
Sebastopol Goose Breed
The white Sebastopol goose is raised mostly for ornamental purposes due to its fancy feathers. Sebastopol is a medium-sized goose with long, white curly feathers. The feathers of the neck are smooth and sometimes grayish-brown. Males grows up to 14 lbs while females weighs 10 to12 lbs.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/13945871@N00/2420183254/
Egyptian Goose Breed
The Egyptian goose falls under the small goose breeds. They have gray-and-black plumage and are usually raised for ornamental reasons. Males usually weigh 10 lbs. while females grow to 8 lbs.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/blahflowers/2462322108/
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44 Responses to “Popular Domesticated Goose Breeds”
On March 7, 2009 at 7:25 am
i like to buy a pair of sebastopol,where can i find them sir?
On March 7, 2009 at 7:58 am
Ohh Geese….I loved them…
On March 7, 2009 at 8:16 am
A great article papaleng. My husband really loved this. He had lots of geese when he was a young man living in the country. Neither of us had any idea there were so many breeds. Good work.
Christine and Hubby
On March 7, 2009 at 8:39 am
An informative and interesting article as always, thank you. My Grandad used to keep geese as ‘guards’ rather than dogs, apparently they chased anyone they didn’t realise away!
On March 7, 2009 at 8:40 am
That should say ‘recognise’ not ‘realise’ ….
On March 7, 2009 at 10:09 am
I never knew there was so much to know about geese!
On March 7, 2009 at 10:52 am
We have some geese opposite us and boy they can chase the dogs away! Interesting article
On March 7, 2009 at 11:37 am
Great article, the pics are really nice too!
On March 7, 2009 at 12:05 pm
The Egyptian ones are beautiful! We raised Emdens; they were more aggressive than the dogs to strangers!
On March 7, 2009 at 12:24 pm
i enjoyed your article was very informative well thought out I also wanted to thank you for such a nice comment on my story god bless
On March 7, 2009 at 12:36 pm
Great article on geese! We have so many Canada geese around here (in North Carolina) and they leave droppings all over the place — it’s a nuisance. They are pretty birds though, I’ll admit. Nicely done, papaleng!
On March 7, 2009 at 1:49 pm
I had never heard of geese breeding. This is an interesting article and I love the pictures.
On March 7, 2009 at 2:27 pm
Well done article. Quite interesting. Loved the pictures.
On March 7, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Unknown to me most of them ,great job.
On March 7, 2009 at 2:48 pm
Very well done;i always enjoy your articles my friend as they’re also very educational.
On March 7, 2009 at 3:23 pm
as always there is lots of good information here
and stunning pictures – revivor
On March 7, 2009 at 3:28 pm
I was chased by one while going to elementary school.. informative and great pictures!
On March 7, 2009 at 3:36 pm
very helpful advice for potential breeders. Thanks Papaleng.
On March 7, 2009 at 4:10 pm
Very good article – thank you, interesting stuff*
Blessings.
Sincerely,
-Liane Schmidt.
On March 7, 2009 at 5:48 pm
Those are lovely animals. I wish to own one when I get back to the province.
On March 7, 2009 at 10:46 pm
Papaleng ano pong breed yung nandito sa Pilipinas?balak naman bumili ng gansa sa farm namin kasi pwede siya guard. They make so much noise when there are strangers.And I think goose taste good!
On March 7, 2009 at 10:48 pm
A well researched and very informative article. Thanks for sharing
On March 7, 2009 at 10:57 pm
very good article, gorgeous pictures, cute little gooses,,
On March 8, 2009 at 12:06 am
very interesting and informative article. though i can’t have geese here in the city. want to have a pair…
On March 8, 2009 at 12:11 am
Very informative and enriching article! Reminds me of high school. We had a pair. They truly were very noisy.
On March 8, 2009 at 12:14 am
You did an outstanding job of writing this. well done…
On March 8, 2009 at 12:58 am
Thank you for the interesting article with the wonderful addition of pictures. The geese are beautiful. God is a fine artist.
On March 8, 2009 at 1:02 am
No wonder you’re on the top of the list. My idol!… Lol!
On March 8, 2009 at 3:08 am
goose gives alarming noise, whenever they see strange people. very nice job.
On March 8, 2009 at 4:13 am
Very interesting. I liked the Sebastopol Goose Breed =]
On March 8, 2009 at 8:40 am
Fantastic article, Papaleng! Love the photos and the information you’ve provided for each breed of geese!
On March 8, 2009 at 3:15 pm
I love geese, but my oldest is afraid of them. When the zoo here used to have them, I’d take her to feed the nearby ducks. But this one time a goose tried to take the popcorn from her and scared her. As she takes of running, the goose is chasing her, I’m waddling after her (mind you I was also 8 1/2 months pregnant). Ah, thank you for the memories..lol!
On March 8, 2009 at 6:01 pm
Love the pictures! They all look so cute! ^_^ I just love animals. They are one of God’s most precious gifts. Bless you, papaleng.
On March 8, 2009 at 7:54 pm
very nice post/ very informative.
On March 9, 2009 at 2:14 am
great post. lovely pics
On March 9, 2009 at 3:51 am
The Egyptian looks exotic!
On March 9, 2009 at 4:30 am
The Buff Goose gets my vote. Nice work.
RJ
On March 10, 2009 at 5:57 pm
Great interesting article!
On March 12, 2009 at 5:47 pm
I won’t forget these animals for chasing me when I was a child. I wonder what breed they were? This is a good informative piece for geese enthusiasts and hobbyists in general. As for me, kontento na ko sa mga kalapati ko. hehe..
On April 28, 2009 at 9:22 am
Great looking animals. Very enjoyable read. Thanks!
On April 29, 2009 at 12:02 am
I had geese as a child. brings back many memories. loved the read and pics!
On June 17, 2009 at 6:52 am
good article but the chinese in the picture is a african chinese do not have a dewlap and carry themselves in a upright position that is a afrian gander…..a nice one to
On August 21, 2009 at 9:14 pm
Great site……however, the pic that you have for the Chinese Geese is actually an African or a mixed breed.
On September 22, 2009 at 9:57 am
the “buff goose” int the picture is actually a wild greyleg goose.
http://k43.pbase.com/g3/46/645346/2/57335492.BreconBuffGooseMissyWeb.jpg is a buff goose
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