Canada Goose
Branta canadensis
Least Concern
The Canada Goose is famous for its black head and neck with white 'chinstrap' marking. These loud, bold birds fly in a distinctive V-formation during migration, honking as they go.
Canada geese are very protective parents and will hiss at anything that comes too close to their goslings. They've become common in parks and golf courses throughout North America.
Size
About as big as a medium-sized dog
Large (40-60 cm)
Wingspan: 170 cm
Weight: 5000 g
Colors
brown
black
white
Habitat
wetlandurbangrassland
Diet
seeds
Fun Facts
- ✨They fly in a V-formation to save energy - the bird in front works hardest!
- ✨Geese mate for life and mourn if their partner dies.
- ✨A group of geese on the ground is called a 'gaggle'.
- ✨Baby geese (goslings) can swim within 24 hours of hatching!
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Great news! This bird is doing well. There are lots of them in the wild, and they have safe places to live and find food.
Population trend: increasing 📈