African geese for sale

Looking at pictures and drawings from years ago, it is striking how little the breed has changed. It is large and has a well developed dewlap, and it is probably the best guard goose you could have.

We do not ship nor sell goose eggs as noted on our price list. We only sell limited day-old goslings and they are picked up at our farm gate when we have them available. Guard Geese: Guard geese are domesticated geese used as guard animals for farms and personal land. African geese have a large stature, loud voices and they have territorial behavior, which makes for a great guard animal. They are good at alarming their owners when something is amiss in their environment. Their loud honking will alert nearby humans when the geese are stressed.

African geese for sale

It was introduced into Europe in the late s and into the USA in the mid s. The original Lion Head breed of goose in China is the same shape and coloration as our African geese. How these geese from China got the name African has always been puzzling. Apparently, it was usual to apply the term "Guinea" to anything foreign and of uncertain origin. As Guinea is off the coast of Africa, it appears the African goose got its name in a similar way. In northern climates, it is recommended the African geese be provided shelter as their knobs have a tendency to become frostbitten if not given sufficient protection from the cold. If the knob is frostbit, spots may turn orange but then the knob returns to black once the tissue is completely healed the following year. African geese are similar to Chinese geese in that they are a bit noisier than other breeds. They are a beautiful goose and are very active foragers. They are good egg producers with above average fertility. Our African are midsized between these two and are a very common goose. If you want the larger, show-type African goose with a pronounced dewlap, you want our Super African Geese. For a comparison of this breed with all other breeds in traits such as egg production, temperament, weeding and mothering ability, go to Our Breed Comparison chart. Very very healthy friendly loveable goslings have arrived.

She's absolutely amazing! She african geese for sale very healthy and there is nothing cuter than watching the babies chase after their human flock with their little wings flapping. Once they are older they will meet the rest of my gang.

African Geese are a dignified looking breed and attract a great deal of attention with the large black knob on their head and dark stripe down the back of their neck. These geese are not as heavy as a Toulouse or White Embden , but they mature early. They are also used for crossing with the heavier breeds of geese. African Geese may or may not have a dewlap, and will average pounds. This breed may be available for future dates.

It was introduced into Europe in the late s and into the USA in the mid s. The original Lion Head breed of goose in China is the same shape and coloration as our African geese. How these geese from China got the name African has always been puzzling. Apparently, it was usual to apply the term "Guinea" to anything foreign and of uncertain origin. As Guinea is off the coast of Africa, it appears the African goose got its name in a similar way. In northern climates, it is recommended the African geese be provided shelter as their knobs have a tendency to become frostbitten if not given sufficient protection from the cold. If the knob is frostbit, spots may turn orange but then the knob returns to black once the tissue is completely healed the following year. African geese are similar to Chinese geese in that they are a bit noisier than other breeds. They are a beautiful goose and are very active foragers.

African geese for sale

African geese are similar to Chinese geese in that they are a bit noisier than other breeds. They are a beautiful goose and are very active foragers. They are good egg producers with above average fertility.

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Raising Goslings Good handling of all livestock requires quiet determination. I had already ordered two ducklings form Metzer's and they got me Provide room temperature water. This process is known as imprinting and suggests that attachment is innate and programmed genetically. All healthy and super cute! November 23, Amazing gosling! Add to Cart Problem. GroGel and Vitamin packs may be shipped with the birds or shipped separately before your birds arrive. Your message was sent. It was introduced into Europe in the late s and into the USA in the mid s. Do not use newspaper or other slick material, this can cause legs to slip out from underneath them and cause serious leg problems. Angel wing may be corrected. Do not add apple cider vinegar to metal waterers or they will rust.

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Box numbers for orders. June 21, Beautiful Babies! You can pick the date during the check out process. Ask us a Question. Sorry, we do not offer Super African goslings. Please note you will select a ship date during the checkout process. Show Sold Out Dates. I absolutely adore them, and would recommend African geese to anyone who wants a gentle guardian for their flocks. Love them. Skip to content.