The goose is a water bird similar to the duck, but larger in size and weight. His first three fingers are joined by a membrane that allows him to swim in the water. It has existed for thousands of years, was raised by the Romans and other European cultures, and is considered a sacred animal by the Egyptians 4,000 years ago.

Little by little and over the years, the goose has been integrated between pets and domestic farms; to emphasize that in many places it is known by the name of oca.

Thanks to its plumage the goose has a great resistance to diseases and adverse weather conditions. This physical strength allows it to be raised outdoors throughout the year and not need too much care.

Oddly enough, this goose is as easy to train as a dog and has a more efficient sense of smell. It quickly becomes accustomed to man and is very useful to him; It is curious his scandalous behavior before the arrival of strangers to his territory.

While the goose is an aquatic animal, it spends most of its time flying; its wings can measure up to two meters. In addition, it is very fast and maintains an average speed that goes from 48 to 60 km / h

The goose is one of the species that presents a greater degree of companionship, in fact I remember that in most of the courses on work companionship and business strategies the way in which their flights are produced is compared with strategies worthy of being examples. In case some become ill, or are too exhausted during the migratory journey, it is common for them to abandon the training; also that some of her companions come to her aid, and even stay with her until she gets better.

Although in ancient times this bird was appreciated for these attributes, at present its use is far from domestic. Now he is raised in order to consume his meat, eggs and liver, with which the popular pâté is made. Some of their natural predators are foxes, owls and raccoons.

As I mentioned the goose can offer several products such as: feathers, meat, liver, fat, some giblets and eggs, which make it a very desirable and profitable poultry and raising does not present major difficulties.

FOR YOUR AGING IS NECESSARY:

A place of lodging for the chicks is required where they will be kept until they complete the first plumage. This shed should be very well sanitized, illuminated, aerated and protected from rains and predators. The floor can be covered with a thick layer of wood chips that must be kept dry, because at this stage they are sensitive to diseases. Once they complete the plumage, the risk to them decreases ostensibly.

The nests, booths for the female to lay the eggs, can be made of galvanized sheet or wood, and, their measurements can be 40 x 40 x 40 cm.

At all times it is necessary to have electricity and a good source of drinking water, to meet the physiological needs of the birds and the cleaning of the sheds and equipment.

The existence of a lagoon, which can be artificial, is important for the grooming of birds, but fundamentally for their reproduction, since it is the only place where these palm-backed birds can mate. The best ratio between sexes is one male every three or four females, a greater amount would reflect a decrease in the fertility of the eggs.

FOOD

It does not present major problems, they can feed only on grass. They eat grasses, gramón, ray gras, festuca and latifoliadas. If the pastures are poor, an amount of 20 to 25 geese per hectare should be calculated, while when they are abundant and of good quality the density can be 150 to 180 geese per hectare.

These herbivorous birds can consume 1 kg of pastures per day.
They also like weeds that are harmful to some crops, so in other countries they are used as weed control. The cotton, the onion and the asparagus are some of those favored by the alimentary habits of the goose.
For further fattening it is recommended to supplement with small amounts, which can be from 200 to 250 g. daily per animal, corn, oats, wheat, barley or food prepared in pellets.

The goose egg has a much higher content than the chicken in fat, which derives its greater proportion, also, in saturated fatty acids and its higher energy value.