Canada goose
Branta canadensis
Classe
Ordre
Famille
In spring and fall, thousands of Canada geese migrate, marking a change in seasons. Flying in a V formation helps them conserve energy. During flight, the leader falls back when tired and is immediately replaced.
Reproduction
From the age of 2 years old, mating and egg laying take place between February and June depending on the region. The female incubates 5-6 eggs for 28 days. The fledglings’ first flight takes place 63-86 days later.
Alimentation
Herbivorous, feeding on roots and seeds, grasses and herbaceous plants, berries, and cultivated grains.
Prédateurs
Foxes, skuas, seagulls, common raven and birds of prey among others.
Longévité
In nature, from 10 to over 20 years.
Parc des sentiers de la nature
Northern elk
Canadian cow
Texas longhorn
Domestic hen
American black bear
Moose
Domestic goose
Snow goose
Grey wolf
Domestic pig
Black-tailed prairie dog
Domestic horse
White-tailed deer
Caribou
Musk ox
Plains bison
