🪿 Goose breed

Sebastopol Goose

Ornamental Origin: Eastern Europe

Sebastopol Goose at a glance

Eggs / year ~30≈ approx
Egg color White
Egg size X-large
Cold hardiness Good
Heat tolerance Fair
Size ♂ 14 lb · ♀ 12 lb≈ approx
Temperament Calm · Docile · Friendly
Space / bird ~16 sq ft
Purpose Ornamental
Broodiness Sometimes
Origin Eastern Europe

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

Pros & cons

Pros

  • +Cold-hardy
  • +Docile & good with families

Cons

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

Derived from the specs above — not opinion.

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Sebastopol Goose — frequently asked questions

How many eggs does a Sebastopol Goose lay per year?
About 30 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).
What color eggs does a Sebastopol Goose lay?
white.
How big does a Sebastopol Goose get?
males about 14 lb, females about 12 lb.
What is the Sebastopol Goose temperament like?
Typically calm, docile, friendly.
Is the Sebastopol Goose cold-hardy?
Cold hardiness: Good.
Can the Sebastopol Goose handle heat?
Heat tolerance: Fair.
What is a Sebastopol Goose good for?
Kept mainly for ornamental / show.
Does the Sebastopol Goose go broody?
This breed goes broody sometimes.
Where does the Sebastopol Goose originate from?
The Sebastopol Goose originates from Eastern Europe.

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