It is that time of year when the non-migratory Canada geese have their young. Frequently in Greensboro, the adult geese are seen with their babies crossing major roads- like Battleground Avenue. The above gaggle lives in Bur-Mil park near the pond over the hill at the wildlife center. The open field and clear access to the water is a perfect habitat for them. Canada geese are very loyal to mate and family. Both parents are very involved in raising the goslings. Somehow, those goslings are hardwired to stay with their parents.
In the above photo, the male is bringing up the read. He is slightly larger than the female and more vocal. If you look at his beak, you can see that he is honking as we were getting a little too close, These can birds seem like pests, especially because of their droppings. However, the more you learn about their behavior, the more endearing they become. Is the mate gets sick or hurt, the other will remain with it, until the hurt bird gets better or dies. This loyalty is amazing.
Have a great week, dear readers. And please, if you see them on the move, make way for goslings!
Click here to see a really interesting bird website, and to see how vast the sighting of Canada geese is.
I do like them.
They don't winter over here.
Posted by: William Kendall | Monday, May 11, 2020 at 06:32 AM