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Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

Photo by KarenSaxton
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Large light brown goose with dark brown neck, with signature white splotch on face. Has become quite populous in some areas as it adapts well to being near humans and in many areas has formed year round populations where it once migrated away during winter

Habitat:

Near water

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Bong Ambutong
What a beautiful shot Karen, Excellent capture and spotting.

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2011 Best Wildlife Photo
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PublishedNovember 22, 2011

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