The Grigia Padovana Goose
Italian Poultry breeds - Geese

Origin and economic characteristics

The Grigia Padovana goose (or Grigia di Padova) is an ancient well-built breed coming from Veneto (particularly  the province of Padua). Today these animals are lighter, but in the past they reached 10 kg.

Morphological characteristics

Mean weight:
- Male: 7-8 kg
- Female: 6-7 kg

The coat is similar to the wild goose’s, it looks like the French breed Toulouse, a rural type.

The Grigia Padovana Goose (photo A. Zanon)

The Grigia Padovana Goose (photo http://naturabuccinasco.splinder.com)