Will a goose raise ducklings?

[mythkat]

Hi all,

I have a broody goose. It's her first time and she doesn't seem to be having any luck hatching. I want to get some ducklings and was wondering if she would raise them. I know chickens will raise anything but my silky freaks out when they go swimming. lol

Thanks,
Kathy

 

[Posh Chickens]

Yes, she will hatch ducks. And she will teach them 'waterfowl' things.

 

[shelleyd2008]

I've read on here where several people have had geese raise ducklings. Personally, my geese would rather try to kill them.

 

[mythkat]

I think she's getting pretty desperate. She lets one of the roosters sit with her and lets the chicks run all over her. I know the eggs are fertile but she has broken several. I think she's just inexperienced.