Egyptian

Egyptian geese are small and active. They are not commonly bred nor exhibited. The desired weights are 10 lbs. for an adult gander and 8 lbs. for and adult goose. The breed is widely distributed in Africa and may be found from Egypt to Cape Colony in a wild state. The breed does only fairly well in confinement, and the ganders are too vicious to be associated with other fowls.

 Reference:
 
Platt, Frank L. 1925. All Breeds of Poultry, Origin: History: Description, Mating and Characteristics. American Poultry Journal. Chicago.
 

Photographs:

Lynne Kennedy, Reseda, CA, USA

Lillian Cucuzza, Florida, USA

Updated February 11, 2003