Canada Goose
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NameCanada Goose
Common NameCanada Goose
Scientific NameBranta canadensis
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)150
Length (cm)90
Weight (g)4500
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is characterized by a black head and neck with a prominent white patch covering the cheeks and throat, often referred to as a 'chin strap'. The body is typically grayish-brown, with lighter underparts and a white undertail coverts. The tail and primary flight feathers are black.
Vocalization / CallCanada Geese are known for their loud, resonant honking calls, often given in flight or when communicating within a flock. The calls can vary in pitch and intensity depending on the situation.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatslakes, ponds, rivers, marshes, fields, urban parks, golf courses
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to North America, breeding across Canada and the northern United States, and wintering in the southern United States and Mexico. Feral populations have been established in parts of Europe, including the United Kingdom, and New Zealand.
Identifying Featureslarge size, black head and neck, white chin strap, brownish-gray body, white undertail coverts
Description
The Canada Goose is a large wild goose with a distinctive black head and neck, a white chin strap, and a brown body. It is a common sight in North America and has been introduced to other regions, often found grazing in open areas near water.
