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Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

Description:

Canada Geese are large birds, 20 to 50 inches long with a wingspan of 50-68 inches. Geese are most easily identified by their long black neck.Their back, upper wings and flank are dark brown with a lighter brown (sometimes, nearly white) breast and belly. They have a short black tail and black legs with black webbed feet. Canada Geese cover a wide range across North America.

Habitat:

Canada Geese live around ponds, river and lake shores.They've become quite a common sight in city parks.

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Liam
Liam 12 years ago
Canada Goose
Branta canadensis Canada Goose


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MichelleMajor
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MichelleMajor

NYC, New York, USA

Spotted on Feb 9, 2012
Submitted on Feb 28, 2012

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