Birdwatching and Bird Photography: Canada Geese

This is photo journal features Canada geese photographed by wildlife photographer AnnMackieMiller. The birds are frequent visitor to the greenfield site at Greenhill. These are unique pictures and information about Canada geese.

Canada geese are slightly smaller than domestic geese and have a reputation of being rather aggressive. They are certainly very protective of their young. They are very attractive birds, having a distinctive black head and white chin strap.

Last year this family had seven goslings. It was fascinating to watch them grow very quickly from cuddly fluffy goslings to minature versions of the adults. Like most geese, the adults keep close watch over the goslings and teach them all they need to know, including how to fly. They were a common sight running the Greenhill strengthening their wings. These particular geese are all-year residents locally but their instinct would be to have the young ready for a long migration flight before winter.

They also appeared to be enthusiastic gardeners of local lawns although I am unsure the residents appreciated the fertlizer.

Thanks to everyone for their interest and kind comments. Can I ask you NOT to pin this page or any of the photographs please. All images are copyrighted to me and there are serious implications regarding copyright and Pinterest - if you read their terms and conditions they say they are permitted to sell images that appear there - I need to hold onto my copyright.

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Order: Anseriformes

Family: Anatidae

Species: Branta canedensis

Common name: Canada goose

Length: 35-43 inches

Wingspan: 5-6 feet

Weight: 9-11 lbs

Lifespan: 20-25 years