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Nigel Key White-Fronted Goose
(Slimbridge April 2013)
The White-Fronted Goose, also known as the Greater White-Fronted Goose, is a member of the Anser genus which consists largely of Grey plumage.
The White-Fronted Goose is named from the White patch around the base of its bill.
The White-Fronted Goose is similar to the Lesser White-Fronted Goose but is larger and lacks the Yellow eye ring.
(Compare the two Geese)
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Conservation Status
Size
640mm to 810mm (25" to 32")
Appearance - Male
The male has mainly Grey/Brown plumage with a dark Brown head and neck. The bill is Pink (European) or Yellow (Greenland) and has a distinctive White patch of feathers around the base extending to the front of the face. The back is dark Brown with lighter Brown under-sides. The lower breast and belly has Black bars. The flanks are dull Brown and the vent and upper-tail are White. The legs and feet are Bright Orange.
Appearance - Female
Similar to the male though slightly smaller.
Habitat
Grasslands, Salt Marshes, Fields and Estuaries.
Diet
Grasses, Grain, Cereal, Potatoes, Insects and Molluscs.
Breeding Time
Late May to June.
Nest
The nest is built on a small mound lined with vegetation feathers and down.
Eggs
Quantity: 4 to 7
Colour: Creamy White.
