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Daniel Ali

San Joaquin Marsh, Irvine, CA, USA

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This is an amazing bird found only in or near water. It is a truly beautiful bird to look at. It is very protective of the baby chicks so please be careful and stay out of its reach.
The Egyptian goose is a member of the duck, goose, and swan family Anatidae. It is native to Africa south of the Sahara and the Nile Valley. Egyptian geese were considered sacred by the Ancient Egyptians, and appeared in much of their artwork.
This is a largely terrestrial species, which will also perch readily on trees and buildings. Egyptian geese typically eat seeds, leaves, grasses and plant stems. Occasionally, they will eat locusts, worms, or other small animals. Until the goslings are a few weeks old and strong enough to graze, they feed largely on small aquatic invertebrates, especially freshwater plankton.

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Egyptian Goose

2 responses to “Egyptian Goose”

  1. CALEB J KOSER says:

    Very cool bird!!

  2. Paula says:

    Unique and lovely and interesting history.

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