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==About==
==About==
;Common Names:Goose
;Common Names:Goose / Marshfowl
;Classification:Bird
;Classification:Bird
:Large birds, of which most species exhibit seasonal migratory behaviour spending summers in northern latitudes, where appropriate food plants are plentiful, and flying to more temperate or tropical latitudes during winter months.
:Large birds, of which most species exhibit seasonal migratory behaviour spending summers in northern latitudes, where appropriate food plants are plentiful, and flying to more temperate or tropical latitudes during winter months.
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;Reproduction:Females typically lay between 4 and 8 eggs which are brooded starting in late spring. By the time of the fall migration these young geese are capable of flight, and will return to winter habitat with the flock.
;Reproduction:Females typically lay between 4 and 8 eggs which are brooded starting in late spring. By the time of the fall migration these young geese are capable of flight, and will return to winter habitat with the flock.


==Sub-Species==
==Notable Sub-Species==
===Red Goose===
===Red Goose===
:A migratory species of goose that summers on arctic lakes, rivers and marshlands. They are named for their distinctive red-brown colouration.
:A migratory species of goose that summers on arctic lakes, rivers and marshlands. They are named for their distinctive red-brown colouration.
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==Stories==
==Stories==
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==See Also==
==See Also==
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:[[Balürölyuölöd|Balürölyuölöd - ''Blue Goose'']]


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Latest revision as of 00:59, 20 April 2023

About

Common Names
Goose / Marshfowl
Classification
Bird
Large birds, of which most species exhibit seasonal migratory behaviour spending summers in northern latitudes, where appropriate food plants are plentiful, and flying to more temperate or tropical latitudes during winter months.

Description

Size
2.6 - 5.5 kg (5 - 12 pounds), 0.75 - 1.1 m ( 30-43 inches) length, 1.25-1.85 m (50-73 inches) wingspan
Appearance
Feathered bodies, with large stiff feathered wings suitable for extended flight, and short legs ending in webbed feet. They have long serpentine necks, and large blunt tipped beaks edged with toothy serrations.
Sexual Dimorphism
Female geese may be slightly lighter than males of a similar age.
Variance
Subspecies exist, primarily divided along appearance, and range of populations.

Ecology

Habitat
Tropical to Arctic Wetlands - Migratory with seasonal availability of food.
Diet
Geese eat a variety of plants, with a preference towards grasses and grains. Some sub-species are known to eat insects and other small animals.

Behaviour

Social Grouping
Geese form small family units, that aggregate into larger flocks during their migratory seasons. If ideal nesting sites are not spread out giant nesting colonies can form during the brooding periods.
Temperament
Aggressive. Geese can exhibit extreme territoriality, especial regarding nest sites or potential threats to their young, even attacking much larger animals with a savage flurry of beak and wings.
Intelligence
Animal.
Reproduction
Females typically lay between 4 and 8 eggs which are brooded starting in late spring. By the time of the fall migration these young geese are capable of flight, and will return to winter habitat with the flock.

Notable Sub-Species

Red Goose

A migratory species of goose that summers on arctic lakes, rivers and marshlands. They are named for their distinctive red-brown colouration.

Domestication

General
Many varieties of domesticated geese exist. Such birds lack he migratory behaviours of their wild cousins.
Resources
Eggs, meat, feathers, down

Stories

See Also

Balürölyuölöd - Blue Goose