Canada Goose Characteristics

Branta canadensis Appearance: Brownish grey body with black

neck; white underbelly; black webbed feet
Size: 30’’- 43’’ in height; wingspan of 50’’- 66’’
The Canada Goose is common
Call: Loud honk
throughout North America and are found
Season: Year Round
in every US state and Canadian
province. The Canada Goose is Location: Often near water or simply wandering
extremely adaptable and therefore able around
to live nearly anywhere. They are
attracted to grassy fields near water and o Native
are often present in public parks for this
reason. They mainly eat grass, and
occasionally seeds or berries. They are easily identified by their black head and long neck with two
white spots on either side of their face. They are often found in flocks waddling around, honking
loudly.

Fun Facts Sources

Geese can be very aggressive towards people, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
especially if they have desirable food. Pictures: Megan Leich