Geese typically live between 10 and 20 years, though this varies by species, environment, and whether they are wild or domestic.
- Wild geese generally live around 10 to 20 years, with some species like the Canada goose known to live up to 25 years or more in the wild. The oldest recorded wild Canada goose lived over 33 years
- Domestic geese often live between 12 and 20 years, but with good care, some can live up to 30 years or more. Certain breeds like the Embden and Chinese geese can live 18 to 24 years, while others like the African goose typically live around 12 to 16 years
- Exceptional cases exist, such as a domestic goose named George who lived nearly 50 years, holding the record for the oldest goose ever
Factors influencing lifespan include genetics, nutrition, living conditions, predation, and disease. Goslings have a high mortality rate, but adult geese that survive early risks can live long lives
. In summary, geese are relatively long-lived birds, with an average lifespan of about 10 to 20 years, and some individuals living much longer under optimal conditions.