Embden

One of the Tallest and Heaviest of Domestic Geese

Very tolerant of cold climates

The Great Weed Eater


Males can be territorial so best not to keep with other bird species.  Great foragers who require very little care and coming from Northern Countries are very tolerant of cold weather temperature.  If allowed onto your lawns, you will likely not need any other weed controlling measures.

Egg Sizes:

10 - 30 per year approx

Small

Young

Med

Growing

XL

Grown

Egg Colours:

White

Common

Embden Gallery

Deeper Details

Egg Production

10 to 30 white eggs per year

Temperament

Calm, generally quiet, but can be aggressive

Backyard Behaviour

Very independent and social.

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