Pilgrim (Goose) (Goat) — FarmPal

America's only auto-sexing goose breed males are white, females are grey. Gentle, quiet for geese, and excellent grazers. Can mow your lawn and provide holiday roasts.

Origin
United States
Conservation Status
threatened

Traits

10-14 lbs
Auto-sexing colors
Calm temperament
Excellent grazers
Good parents
Heritage breed

✓ Pros

  • •Can sex at hatch by color
  • •Quietest goose breed
  • •Lawn-mowing service on legs
  • •Rich holiday roast market
  • •Excellent guard animals
  • •Low feed cost (mostly grass)

✗ Cons

  • •Seasonal layers only (spring)
  • •Small clutch (12-15 eggs/year)
  • •Ganders can be protective
  • •Need more space than chickens or ducks

Housing Requirements

Space
Chickens: 4 sq ft indoor, 8-10 outdoor. Turkeys: 6-8 sq ft indoor, 20+ outdoor. Ducks: 4-6 sq ft. Geese: mostly outdoor, minimal shelter needed.
Fencing
Chickens: 4-5 ft fence or electronet. Turkeys: 4 ft fence (clip wings) or free-range with guardian. Ducks/geese: low fencing works they don't fly much.