Emperor Goose
NameEmperor Goose
Common NameEmperor Goose
Scientific NameAnser canagicus
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)125
Length (cm)77
Weight (g)2900
Plumage DetailsAdults have a bluish-gray body plumage with fine black and white barring, giving a scaled appearance. The head and hindneck are white, contrasting with a black throat. The bill is orange with a pinkish tip, and the legs and feet are bright orange.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include low, guttural calls described as 'kla-ha, kla-ha' or 'u-luh, u-luh', as well as typical goose honks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, coastal, tundra
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeBreeds along the coasts of western Alaska and northeastern Siberia, primarily around the Bering Sea. Winters along the Aleutian Islands and south-central Alaska.
Identifying Featureswhite head and hindneck, bluish-gray body with fine barring, bright orange legs and bill, black throat
Description
The Emperor Goose is a medium-sized goose with a distinctive appearance, often found foraging in coastal wetlands. It typically walks with a deliberate gait, searching for food in shallow waters or along shorelines.
