Malagasy sheldgoose (SciiFii)

The Malagasy sheldgoose (Centrornis majori) is a monotypic species of large goose in the shelduck subfamily that is native to the central region of Madagascar. The Malagasy sheldgoose was once extinct since the Late Pleistocene, but has since been brought back from extinction by SciiFii and reintroduced to the bird's former range. The Malagasy sheldgoose is larger than most other species of shelducks, growing to be about the size of a Canada goose (Branta canadensis), and is largely terrestrial, preferring to walk and run over flying, although it is a capable swimmer like most shelducks. The Malagasy sheldgoose's diet consists primarily of small shore animals (winkles, crabs, etc) and freshwater invertebrates, as well as grasses and other plants. Moulting flocks can be very large, ranging from 100 to 1,000 individuals, since most pairs leave their partially grown young in a crèche with just one or two adults. The conservation status of the Malagasy sheldgoose is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the Malagasy sheldgoose's wide range and its tolerance to many of the human activities, including being able to adapt to life in parts of the cities and suburbs, including park lakes.
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