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Alopochen aegyptiacus
An African species introduced in Florida. These birds were at Wakodahatchee Wetlands: Delray Beach FL
Egyptian Geese were considered sacred by the ancient Egyptians, and appeared in much of their artwork.Wikipedia
Spotted on Jan 19, 2013
Submitted on Jan 30, 2013
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Probably the same flock I saw. Didnt know they were introduced. Someone told me the traveled across the ocean during a storm. Introduced seems more likley. I found them in the office park I work in and was really intrigued by these guys.
Very unusual looking geese.