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Snow goose

Anser caerulescens

Snow goose (Anser caerulescens)Common

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Birdherbivore

The snow goose is a North American bird known for its striking white feathers, though some have darker plumage called 'blue goose.' These birds are part of the gray goose family and thrive in open habitats.

  • Snow geese come in two color types: white and dark morphs.
  • They belong to the gray goose genus Anser.
  • Their name comes from their mostly white feathers.
WetlandTundraNorth America
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At a glance

Classification
Bird
Scientific name
Anser caerulescens
Habitat
Wetland, Tundra
Regions in this directory
North America
Diet
herbivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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