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Canoncan

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This goose was with several hundred Canada Geese in North Pickering. Not sure if it is a Snow, Ross' or a Domestic.

« Last Edit: December 31, 1969, 07:00:00 PM by Canoncan »


Misty01

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I would say Ross' goose.
Here's the discription on how to tell between the two:
Often seen with the Snow Goose, North America's smallest goose is said to have a gentle expression. It can be distinguished from the Snow Goose from a distance by its smaller size and shorter neck and at close range by its stubby triangular bill.
« Last Edit: December 31, 1969, 07:00:00 PM by Misty01 »


Kin Lau

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I would lean towards Ross's Goose as well, the short stubby bill + black wingtips.

The black wingtips are what usually sets the Snow and Ross's Goose from Domestics, and then bill-size and shape for the difference btwn Ross's and Snow. If they're side-by-side, the differences should be very obvious unless they're all sleeping :)
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raypye

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What date was the picture taken and location?
Rayfield Pye
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Thanks everyone, Rayfield the shot was today 29th on the 8th concession just east of Westney Rd, in  field on the north side. Pickering
« Last Edit: December 31, 1969, 07:00:00 PM by Canoncan »