Canada Goose
Introduced from North America, the Canada Goose has spread widely across the UK. A large goose, the Canada Goose has a long black neck and head, with white throat patch. Their backs and wings are a mixture of browns, with a paler belly. They are noisy birds and can often be heard in flight in small flocks.
Identification
Introduced from North America, the Canada Goose has spread widely across the UK. A large goose, the Canada Goose has a long black neck and head, with white throat patch. Their backs and wings are a mixture of browns, with a paler belly. They are noisy birds and can often be heard in flight in small flocks.
ORDER
Anseriformes
FAMILY
Anatidae
TYPE
Waterfowl
DISTRIBUTION
Introduced from North America in the 17th Century, Canada Geese are now widespread throughout England.
Habitat
Can be found on most inland water bodies, including lakes, ponds and rivers, as well as on seashores. At Wyke Farm they can often be seen on the main lake or feeding in the surrounding fields.
Diet
Grass and aquatic plants
When to see them
Canada Geese can be see year round on the lake at Wyke Farm. In 2021 there were 3 breeding pairs on the lake.
MONTHS - SEASONALITY
LATIN NAME
Branta canadensis
LENGTH (CM)
95
WINGSPAN (CM)
170
WEIGHT (G)
4600
AVERAGE LIFESPAN (YRS)
6
CONSERVATION STATUS
Amber: moderate conservation concern
Green: low conservation concern- Introduced: non-native species
Red: high conservation concern
