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Cape Barren Goose

Cereopsis novaehollandiae

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Description:

The Cape Barren goose (Cereopsis novaehollandiae) is a large goose resident in southern Australia.
A grey goose with pink legs and black feet, and a bright greenish yellow cere on its short black bill.

Habitat:

These geese were wandering around freely in the Phillip Island Wildlife Park.

Reference Links:

Cape Barren goose, Parks & Wildlife Service - Cape Barren Goose, Cereopsis novaehollandiae

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