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The Canada goose (Branta canadensis) is a large species of goose with a black head and neck, white cheeks, white under its chin, and a brown body. It is native to the arctic and temperate regions of North America, and it is occasionally found during migration across the Atlantic in northern Europe.
Sunset at FortWhyte in the period of geese migration. FortWhyte Alive is a reclaimed wildlife preserve, recreation area, and environmental education centre in southwest Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. This 660-acre park is located along the migratory path of Canadian geese, and is named after the surrounding community of Fort Whyte. [1]
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The triple whammy of record warmth, very little snow and lack of ice in Wisconsin during the winter of 2023-24 has made headlines.. The birds have noticed, too. Many species are migrating to the ...
Migration is the regular seasonal movement, often north and south, undertaken by many species of birds. Migration is marked by its annual seasonality and movement between breeding and non-breeding areas. [16] Nonmigratory bird movements include those made in response to environmental changes including in food availability, habitat, or weather.
The Moffitt's Canada goose (Branta canadensis moffitti), also known as the Western Canada goose or Great Basin Canada Goose is a subspecies of the Canada goose. Native to the western interior of North America surrounding the Rocky Mountains , its range has expanded due to introductions to various regions of western North America.
The Atlantic Canada goose (Branta canadensis canadensis) is the nominate subspecies of Canada goose, residing in much of the east coast of North America. It has also been introduced to much of Northern Europe and Western Europe. They are often viewed as pests, especially in places they have been introduced to.
Non-native geese that can be seen include Canada geese, Egyptian geese and bar-headed geese, and ducks include the familiar native mallard, plus introduced Mandarin duck and wood duck. Other water birds to be found on the Thames include the great crested grebe, coot, moorhen, heron and kingfisher. Many types of British birds also live alongside ...