Leine Goose
The Leine goose is a German landrace associated with the Leine river area of Lower Saxony. It is a traditional farm goose, valued for grazing ability, meat, eggs, and adaptation to local conditions rather than for extreme size. Like many regional European poultry breeds, it carries conservation value because it represents a specific farming landscape and older selection priorities.
Leine geese suit pasture-based systems with secure night housing, clean bathing water, and enough room to maintain active breeding birds. Breeders should focus on fertility, hatchability, gosling vigor, body balance, and calm flock behavior. If the goal is preservation, birds should not be casually crossed with general farmyard geese. Source records, family lines, and photos of type help keep the Leine identity clear as flocks move away from their home region.
Colors: Blue, Brown, Brown and White, Buff, Buff and White, Gray, Gray and White, Grey, Lavender, Pied, Saddleback, Splash, Tufted, White
