Domestic Greylag Goose
Domestic Greylag Goose
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The Domestic Greylag Goose refers to the domesticated form of the Greylag Goose, bred over centuries for various purposes including meat, eggs, and down. They vary greatly in size and color from their wild ancestors.
Where to spot
Ubiquitous globally, found in farms, parks, ponds, and sometimes feral populations near human settlements.
How to spot
Highly variable in appearance, but often larger and heavier than wild Greylags. They can be pure white, pied (patches of white and grey), or mottled grey-brown. Look for them in association with human activity, often in large, noisy groups.
When to spot
Observable year-round due to their domestic nature.
Where to spot
Ubiquitous globally, found in farms, parks, ponds, and sometimes feral populations near human settlements.
How to spot
Highly variable in appearance, but often larger and heavier than wild Greylags. They can be pure white, pied (patches of white and grey), or mottled grey-brown. Look for them in association with human activity, often in large, noisy groups.
When to spot
Observable year-round due to their domestic nature.
Domestic geese are among the oldest domesticated birds, having been tamed by humans thousands of years ago, initially from the wild Greylag Goose.
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