Sometimes, birds remain in comfortable feeding areas much of the year. The geese live in wetlands and build their nests on low stumps or mounds. They lay 5 to 6 eggs. The young are able to fly 42 days after they hatch. The Canada goose uses its loud, honking cry to communicate while migrating.
Flocks usually migrate in a V-formation.
In smaller groups, these geese communicate with a high, quick cackle. They often hiss at intruders when protecting their nests.