Branta canadensis
Appearance:
Black neck, bill and head
White strap under chin
Brown back and wings
Grayish-tan breast
Listen to its call.
Everyone knows the Canada Goose, right? But did you know that there are actually eleven subspecies, each found in a different geographical location in North America? The ones we see in western British Columbia are the Vancouver Canada Goose or Branta canadensis fulva.
In my experience, geese can be a bit hostile, so I was a little nervous when this one headed straight for me. Those teeth (or lamellae) on the outside of the bill look pretty sharp. I guess I should be thankful that Canada Geese are herbivores!
Learn more about the Canada Goose.
Black neck, bill and head
White strap under chin
Brown back and wings
Grayish-tan breast
Listen to its call.
Everyone knows the Canada Goose, right? But did you know that there are actually eleven subspecies, each found in a different geographical location in North America? The ones we see in western British Columbia are the Vancouver Canada Goose or Branta canadensis fulva.
In my experience, geese can be a bit hostile, so I was a little nervous when this one headed straight for me. Those teeth (or lamellae) on the outside of the bill look pretty sharp. I guess I should be thankful that Canada Geese are herbivores!
Learn more about the Canada Goose.
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