A medium-sized migratory waterfowl species native to North America, characterized by white or blue-gray plumage and distinctive morphological features.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Arctic and subarctic tundra regions for breeding, wintering in agricultural grasslands, wetlands, and coastal areas across southern Canada and northern United States
Ecological Role
Critical role in seed dispersal, ecosystem maintenance in Arctic regions, and significant food source for predators; important in agricultural landscape dynamics
Morphology
SKIN COATDense waterproof feather coverage, white or blue-gray plumage with black wingtips
LIMBS WINGSBroad, powerful wings for long-distance migration, webbed feet for efficient swimming and walking
HEAD SENSORYShort, robust neck, rounded head with short bill adapted for grazing, keen visual perception
BODY STRUCTURECompact body, approximately 64-79 cm in length, weighing 2.5-3.2 kg, with two color morphs: white and blue-gray
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Hobbyfotowiki
