Goose Meat Bird, African Geese (min order 8)
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- AfricanGeese-G
Description
Minimum Pre-Order Quantity: 8 Goslings (mix & match any Goose breeds)
For orders less than the species' minimums, please stop by our Loretto, Elk River, Stillwater, Forest Lake or Maple Plain stores (see all locations HERE). Stores will have live chicks in store starting in March. In store chick breeds will rotate throughout the season.
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Details
A curious goose, the African was introduced to the U.S. in the mid 1800's. It has a black knob on the tops of its head and a dark stripe down the back of its neck. It is a smaller bird than the Embden and Toulouse. Its adult weight is 18-22 pounds. Egg-laying season is typically March through May but may fluctuate according to the Spring weather.
Purpose: Meat
Production: 35-45 X-Large White Eggs/Year
Temperament: Talkative, Easy to Tame
Mature Weight: 18-22 lbs.
Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Good Mothers
More Information
| Mature Weight Male | 18-22 lbs. |
|---|---|
| Mature Weight Female | 18-22 lbs. |
| Breed Type | Geese |
| Egg Color(s) | White |
| Eggs Per Year (Approx.) | under 50 |
| Egg Size | X-Large |