Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

Summary 3

L 35” Wt. 7lb
Description: A familiar sight, the Canada Goose is large with a brown body, black head, and long black neck with a white chinstrap.

Habitat: Everywhere near lakes, bays, and any body of water.

Fun Facts: There are 11 subspecies of Canada Geese. The oldest recorded living Canada Goose was over 30 years old.

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