Canada Goose

* Adult
* Flight
* Gosling

Canada Geese(Sometimes called Canadian Geese) are a species of wild geese found across the Americas, most notably in Canada and the United States.

## General

The Canada Goose is a common wild goose found in North America, though it is not normally domesticated, it is often hunted for sport as it is not a vulnerable species of goose.

## Behavior

Canada Goose are often protective of other members of their flock, goslings or mate and will chase or even attack any animal which gets too close to their flock(including humans.) Though many Canada geese that live more urban environments such as city parks may be more docile due to being fed bread and other treats by humans. Even if used to humans, they may still attack them if one attempts to interact with one of their goslings.

### Migration

Arguably the most notable fact about Canada Goose is there tendency to migrate. They will always fly south from Canada and the Northern United States during the winter to avoid cooler climates to warmer climates near Mexico and the Southern United States. They will also fly back to Canada and the Northern United States as temperatures warm up again. They may also fly towards large bodies of water to temporarily live near as they molt their wing feathers.

They will fly in an iconic V formation containing anywhere from 30-100 geese.

### Egg Laying

Due to the fact Canada Geese were never properly domesticated, they do not lay eggs regularly, rather only lay 5-10 eggs in the entire year.

## Appearance

Canada Geese are normally covered with dark brown feathers with signature black colored necks and faces. They are extremely large geese, but not nearly as large as many domestic goose species such the White Emden Goose.

Male and Female Canada geese look virtually identical apart from a size difference.

## History

Canada Geese, being a wild goose, were not created by humans and lived in the Americas long before humans arrived to the New World.

They were becoming vulnerable due to humans hunting them in large quantities, but due to treaties and hunting laws have increased back to a stable number.

## Hunting

Canada Geese may be hunted in certain states during a recognized hunting season. Though are rarely consumed due to their lean meat content.

## References

1. ↑ https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/i-thought-geese-migrated-south-in-the-winter-and-north-in-the-summer-why-did-i-just-see-a-flock-of-canada-geese-flying-in-the-wrong-direction/#:~:text=Canada%20Geese%20migrate%20south%20in,few%20detours%20along%20the%20way.&text=Individuals%20may%20move%20several%20to,they%20molt%20their%20wing%20feathers.
2. ↑ https://forum.americanexpedition.us/canada-goose-information-facts-photos-and-artwork#:~:text=Canada%20geese%20may%20congregate%20into,to%20100%20in%20a%20group.
3. ↑ https://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/files/CanadaGooseColorFAQ2007.pdf
4. ↑ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136\_79608\_83071\_83072\_83445---,00.html#:~:text=Canada%20geese%20are%20an%20important,seasons%20with%20the%20proper%20licenses.
5. ↑ https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2011/10/my-first-helping-of-canada-goose/246881/#:~:text=Their%20meat%20is%20lean%20and,and%20make%20Canada%20Goose%20sausage.&text=And%20not%20only%20are%20the,are%20also%20fun%20to%20hunt.