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The Pomeranian goose ({{lang-de|link=no|Pommerngans}},[1] French: L'oie de Poméranie[2]), also known as the Rügener goose,[1] is a breed of domestic goose. Although only an officially recognized breed since 1912,[1] this fowl was developed by Northern German farmers of Pomerania as early as 1500.[3] While it is popular as a market goose throughout Europe[4] – especially in (Germany), Poland and in German and Slavic communities around the Baltic region – today "there are few breeders of the Historical Pomeranian goose."[5] DescriptionThe Pomeranian is the only descendant of the Greylag goose specifically bred for a single-lobed paunch.[3] In North America, these geese often have two lobes nonetheless due to genetic variation and inbreeding.[6] Pomeranian Geese average 16 pounds in weight and lay about 70 eggs a season[4] although some varieties may produce less.[6] They have flattened heads, stout necks, prominent breasts, rounded bodies and what has been described as an "arrogant" bearing.[7] They make good watch birds as they tend to greet visitors noisily.[3] Pomeranian Geese "are a good all-around breed for a colorful home flock". Breeders should look for plump birds that look heart-shaped when viewed from above. Breeders should also seek stock with good markings as these are a variable trait and breeding geese with clearly defined markings is a challenge. Pomeranian Geese usually have white feathers around the base of their bills but solid-colored heads are more preferred. A Pomeranian goose should have blue eyes, a pinkish red bill, and reddish orange legs and feet.[8] The indication of knobs at the base of a goose's bill is viewed negatively and is considered indicative of inbreeding. Likewise, Pomeranian Geese with such undesirable traits as dark feathers in the wings, dewlaps, excessively white heads, orange bills, orange feet, and undersized bodies should be avoided as breeding stock.[8] According to an expert:
VarietiesIn their native Germany, Pomeranian Geese are a "utilitarian goose breed"[6] represented white, gray, saddleback buff, and saddleback gray varieties.[8][10] The American Saddleback Pomeranian which is almost the sole representative of this breed in the United States is recognized by the American Poultry Association.[11] Its head, back, and flanks are light gray or beige. The bird has an all-white body with the colored feathers on its tail edged in near-white.[6][8] It is uncommon enough that the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy regards its status as "critical".[6] Pomeranian varieties and related breeds are also raised in the United Kingdom. Categorizing geese can be a complex matter as indicated by this 2004 letter in the bulletin of the Society for the Preservation of Poultry Antiquities Bulletin:
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References1. ^1 2 Der Große Geflügelstandard in Farbe, Bd. 3. Wassergeflügel: Gänse und Enten. Oertel + Spörer. {{ISBN|3-88627-219-2}} 2. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.zebrafinch.com/eggs_Pomeranian.html |title=Archived copy |accessdate=9 August 2008 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080724185407/http://www.zebrafinch.com/eggs_Pomeranian.html |archivedate=24 July 2008 |df= }} Pomeranian, Toulouse or Emden goose eggs 3. ^1 2 Ashton, Chris. 1999. Domestic Geese. The Crowned Press, LTD. Ramsbury, England. 4. ^1 FeatherSite: Pomeranian Geese 5. ^1 Society for the Preservation of Poultry Antiquities Bulletin 2004, "Preserve the Pomeranian Goose" 6. ^1 2 3 4 The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy 7. ^ Batty, J. 1985. Domesticated Ducks and Geese. Nimrod Book Services. Liss, England. 8. ^1 2 3 Holderread, Dave. 1981. The Book of Geese: a Complete Guide to Raising the Home Flock. Hen House Publications. Corvallis, Oregon 9. ^ SPPA Bulletin, 2003 10. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.ac-bueroservice.de/gefluegel/pommern_gans.htm |title=Archived copy |accessdate=9 August 2008 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20081202181054/http://ac-bueroservice.de/gefluegel/pommern_gans.htm |archivedate=2 December 2008 |df= }} Pommerngans (in German) 11. ^American Poultry Association, Inc. (APA): The American Standard of Perfection. Mendon, Massachusetts, 2001. External links{{Commonscat|Pomeranian geese}}
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