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Lesser Snow Goose

Breed Origin: North America

Uses: Ornamental, meat

Large Fowl: Yes

Weight: 2.7 - 4.5 kg (6 - 10 lbs)

Cockerel: Similar to hen

Hen colour: Brownish-gray

Egg Colour: Creamy-white to light brown

Average Egg Weight: 150-190 grams 

Egg Quantity: 25-30 eggs per year

The Lesser Snow Goose is a species of bird that belongs to the family Anatidae, which includes ducks, geese, and swans. They are smaller in size than their larger relative, the Greater Snow Goose, but are still a relatively large waterfowl species.

Breed Origin:

Lesser Snow Geese breed in the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions of North America, including the northern coast of Alaska and Canada. They migrate southward during the winter to warmer regions such as California and Mexico.

Uses:

Lesser Snow Geese are primarily hunted for sport and for their meat. They are also popular among birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Large Fowl:

Lesser Snow Geese are considered a large waterfowl species, with adults weighing between 2 and 3.5 kg.

Weight:

The weight of adult Lesser Snow Geese ranges from 2,7 to 4.5 kg.

Cockerel:

The term "cockerel" refers to a male chicken, and does not apply to geese. In geese, the male is referred to as a "gander."

Hen colour:

Lesser Snow Geese have a white body and black wingtips, with a pink bill and pink legs.

Egg Colour:

Lesser Snow Geese do not typically lay eggs in captivity, as they are a wild species. When they do breed in the wild, their eggs are a pale creamy color.

Average Egg Weight:

The average weight of a Lesser Snow Goose egg is approximately 150 grams.

Egg Quantity:Lesser Snow Goose

Lesser Snow Geese typically lay 25 to 35 eggs per clutch.

In recent years, the population of Lesser Snow Geese has grown significantly, which has led to concerns about their impact on the Arctic ecosystem. However, conservation efforts are underway to address this issue and ensure the long-term survival of this species.