Canada Goose
NameCanada Goose
Common NameCanada Goose
Scientific NameBranta canadensis
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)155
Length (cm)90
Weight (g)4850
Plumage DetailsAdults have a black head and neck with a prominent white chinstrap, a brownish-gray body, a black tail, and a white rump patch. Goslings are typically yellowish-green with dark markings.
Vocalization / CallKnown for their loud, resonant 'honk' calls, often given in flight or when alarmed. They also produce various hisses and clucks.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatswetlands, grassland, urban, agricultural
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to North America, breeding across Canada and the northern United States, and wintering across much of the United States and parts of Mexico. Introduced populations exist in Europe and other regions.
Identifying FeaturesBlack head and neck, White chinstrap, Brownish-gray body, Large size, Loud honking call
Description
The Canada Goose is a large wild goose with a distinctive black neck and head, and a white chinstrap. These birds are often seen grazing on grass near bodies of water, and are known for their migratory patterns and loud honking calls.
