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Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

Description:

A goose with a clumsy gait, Branta canadensis is very commonly found near ponds and lakes in the United States.

Habitat:

Found at the track near the corner of the soccer field.

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2 Comments

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 11 years ago

Thank you, Guam! However, I think this may be the species you are referring to:
Branta bernicla
http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/brant...

Guam
Guam 11 years ago

That's also known as black brant. Or in the UK black Brent .

Jacob Gorneau
Spotted by
Jacob Gorneau

New York, USA

Spotted on Mar 31, 2013
Submitted on Mar 31, 2013

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