Continuing the archive — slow essays and observations from marshes, mangroves, and pondsides around the world.
№ 229 Canada geese are a migratory species. This means they typically spend each year's spring and summer months in the northern parts of the United States and Canada. In the winter, many flocks of Canada...
Migration is a difficult and dangerous journey, but it is necessary for the species' survival. Geese are one of many bird species that migrate. For geese, migration is an instinct triggered by...
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№ 227 Many species of geese are social animals that live in large groups and exhibit many complex behaviors. Understanding these behaviors can be beneficial to both birdwatchers and homeowners. Observing...
Do you know what geese symbolize? Geese hold a lot of meaning in different cultures around the world. They are regarded as symbols of many things, including loyalty, community, and determination,...
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№ 225 If you've been outside recently, you might have noticed some cute little goslings following their mother around. Goslings are among the cutest creatures in the poultry world. In this post, we'll tell...
As winter draws near, many animals begin to prepare for the long cold months ahead. For geese, this means finding a mate. Goose breeding season typically extends from mid-winter to early spring....
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№ 223 What comes to mind when you think of housing for geese? Most people envision an imposing structure with a large open space inside for the geese to live in. While this type of housing can be...
The exact number of geese in the world is unknown. But the current estimates on goose population worldwide are between 39.0 and 39.2 million wild geese in the northern hemisphere alone. These birds...
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№ 221 The red-breasted goose is a distinctive bird with its brick-red plumage and black-and-white head pattern. With its stocky build and short bill, this beautiful goose is easily recognizable in the wild...
The first thing that comes to mind when you think of goose calls is their loud honking sound. But did you know that there are different types of calls depending on the situation? To name a few, there...
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№ 219 A flyway is the best place to find waterfowl if you enjoy hunting or bird watching. Ducks, swans and geese utilize these well-traveled migration corridors on their migration routes. In this blog...
There are various misconceptions about feeding geese. Many people believe that bread is the best thing to give them, but this is not the case. In this blog post, we'll talk about what to feed geese...
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