A migratory waterfowl species belonging to the Anatidae family, characterized by distinctive white patches on its forehead and brown-gray plumage. Widespread across northern hemispheric regions with significant populations in Arctic and subarctic breeding zones.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tundra, grasslands, agricultural fields, wetlands; breeds in Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia; winters in temperate and subtropical grasslands, marshes, and agricultural areas
Ecological Role
Critical seed disperser, maintains grassland ecosystem balance, serves as prey and predator in complex food webs, important bioindicator of climate and habitat changes
Morphology
SKIN COATDense, waterproof feather layer, gray-brown primary coloration with white frontal patch
LIMBS WINGSStrong, webbed feet for swimming, powerful flight muscles, long migratory wings
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes, sharp binocular vision, broad bill adapted for grazing, white forehead patch distinctive
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-sized goose, body mass 2.5-3.2 kg, total length 64-81 cm, wingspan 130-160 cm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Hobbyfotowiki
