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Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii leucopareia

Description:

Small goose that resembles the Canada goose. There are 4 subspecies of the Cackling Goose. This one is called the Aleutian. About 4.5 to 5.5 lbs and is slightly larger then the minima subspecies which is the smallest. Small bill, short neck and wide white collar. Darker on the chest then the Canada Geese. These migrate to the area.

Habitat:

fields, parks and grassy areas

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Spotted on Nov 23, 2015
Submitted on Nov 27, 2015

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