The greylag goose (Anser anser) was domesticated by the Egyptians at least 3000 years ago, and a different wild species, the swan goose (Anser cygnoides), domesticated in Siberia about a thousand years later, is known as a Chinese goose. The two hybridise with each other and the large knob at the base of the beak, a noticeable feature of the Chinese goose, is present to a varying extent in these hybrids. The hybrids are fertile and have resulted in several of the modern breeds. Despite their early domestication, geese have never gained the commercial importance of chickens and ducks. COUNT 4
QSN1 When was the greylag goose first domesticated by humans? ANS1 The greylag goose (Anser anser) was domesticated by the Egyptians at least 3000 years ago QSN2 What other name is the swan goose know by ? ANS2 Chinese goose QSN3 Where is it believed that the greylag goose was first domesticated in theworld? ANS3 Siberia QSN4 Are geese an important part of the poultry industry? ANS4 Despite their early domestication, geese have never gained the commercial importance of chickens and ducks.