About Greater White-Fronted Goose
The Greater White-fronted Goose (Anser albifrons) is a medium-sized waterfowl species known for its distinctive white patch around its bill and black bars on its belly. They breed in the Arctic and subarctic regions of North America. This species is primarily found west of the Mississippi River, where they often feed in open agricultural fields during migration and wintering seasons.
Greater White-fronted Geese form strong family units and mate for life, with goslings often staying with their parents through the next breeding season. They breed in the high Arctic tundra and migrate thousands of miles each year to wintering grounds in places like Texas, Louisiana, the Sacramento Valley, and into Mexico.
During migration, these geese can often be seen intermingling with Snow and Canada Geese. Their remarkable migratory patterns and strong family bonds make them a fascinating species to observe.
Identification
The Greater White-fronted Goose is a thick-bodied species with several distinctive features. They have a white patch around their pinkish bill, black "bars" on their belly, orange legs, and a distinctive white stripe running down their sides.
Breeding
They nest on the ground in tundra habitats, with females typically laying 4-6 eggs in a nest lined with plant material and down.
Behavior
The Greater White-fronted Goose exhibits social behavior, forming large flocks during migration and wintering periods. They communicate through a variety of vocalizations to coordinate movements and alert others to potential threats. Known for having some of the strongest family bonds in the waterfowl world, these geese often stay together in family units, maintaining close connections throughout their lives.
Habitat
Greater White-fronted Geese breed in the high Arctic tundra, where they nest in remote and often isolated areas. Their population continues to grow as their breeding grounds remain largely intact compared to those of other waterfowl species. This stability in habitat contributes to their successful reproduction and increasing numbers.
Migration
Their migration is extensive, with populations traveling thousands of miles between breeding and wintering areas, following traditional migration routes and using stopover sites for rest and refueling.
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This is historical data from various sources. This data is available in its full form on our Duck Map in an easily visualizable format.
