White Goose
Genus: Chen. Snow Goose (Chen caerulescens), Ross's Goose (Chen rossii)
Appearance
- Reddish coloured feet, legs and bill.
- White head.
- Black wingtips.
- Body plumage can be all white or shades of grey.
- Ross's Goose is about 40% smaller than the Snow Goose and its bill is smaller in proportion to the size of its body.
Lifecycle
- The Snow Goose is a North American species. It winters in the southern USA and beyond.
- Ross's Goose breeds in northern Canada and winters in southern USA and occasionally northern Mexico.
- Snow geese mate for life.
Habits
- Feeding: Snow Geese mainly eat plant matter they find in shallow waters or on land. Usually seen in flocks.