🪿 Goose breed

Pilgrim Goose

Dual-purpose Origin: United States

Pilgrim Goose at a glance

Eggs / year ~35≈ approx
Egg color White
Egg size Large
Cold hardiness Excellent
Heat tolerance Fair
Size ♂ 14 lb · ♀ 13 lb≈ approx
Temperament Calm · Docile
Space / bird ~16 sq ft
Purpose Dual-purpose
Broodiness Often
Origin United States

Sources: APA Standard of Perfection / Livestock Conservancy · Livestock Conservancy / hatchery averages. Blank fields are left empty — never invented.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • +Very cold-hardy
  • +Docile & good with families
  • +Will hatch and raise her own chicks

Cons

  • Light layer — few eggs
  • Less heat-tolerant — needs shade

Derived from the specs above — not opinion.

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Pilgrim Goose — frequently asked questions

How many eggs does a Pilgrim Goose lay per year?
About 35 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).
What color eggs does a Pilgrim Goose lay?
white.
How big does a Pilgrim Goose get?
males about 14 lb, females about 13 lb.
What is the Pilgrim Goose temperament like?
Typically calm, docile.
Is the Pilgrim Goose cold-hardy?
Cold hardiness: Excellent.
Can the Pilgrim Goose handle heat?
Heat tolerance: Fair.
What is a Pilgrim Goose good for?
Kept mainly for dual-purpose (eggs and meat).
Does the Pilgrim Goose go broody?
This breed goes broody often.
Where does the Pilgrim Goose originate from?
The Pilgrim Goose originates from United States.

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