Habitat Egyptian geese prefer almost any wetlands in open areas. They do not inhabit densely wooded wetlands. The head and upper wings are medium brown, while most of the body is much paler brown to buff color. The under wings are white and iridescent green. A distinctive dark brown patch is on the chest and encircles each eye.
Legs are pink and eyes yellow.
Life Span Life span in the wild is not documented. One Egyptian goose at Woodland Park Zoo lived 14 years. They occasionally eat small animals, such as worms or locusts. Frequently seen grazing in pairs or small groups on the African savanna, these birds are primarily grazers. They will, at times, feed by dabbling in shallow water.