Ducks are more often picked over geese as the geese can be aggressive. Aggressive birds can cause damage to the crops and sometimes, to humans too. They provide meat and eggs. They do not require a large pond or water source. They just need water to swim.
•Both geese and ducks provide eggs and meat
•They can increase the aesthetic element of the farm.
•They eat bugs and do not destroy seedlings, like chicken.
•Their waste can be used, as manure.
•Some breeds like Muscovy ducks are quieter.
•They need to be protected.
•They can be messy and cause a foul smell.
•They should be raised in a group of 2 or more.
•You need not provide them water to swim. They just need water to get their heads wet.
•They prefer to sleep on the ground
•They take up more space than chicken.