B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
---|---|---|---|---|
45" 114.3cm | 60" 152.4cm | 9.8lb. 4.5kg | Anatidae | Branta canadensis |
There are at laest seven sub-species of the Canada Goose. The more common ones is the Greater Canada Goose (Branta canadensis maxima), the Lesser Canada Goose (Branta canadensis parvipes) and the Dusky Goose (Branta canadensis occidentalis).
The Canada Goose is the largest goose in North America and has the largest population. It is seen throughout the North American continent, at one time of the year or another. This goose species covers all of the North American continent even into Mexico. These geese are also seen in Eurasia.
ABA - American Birding Association This site represents an organization that maintains official records of all birds species that have been proven to have been seen inside the perimeters of the North American Continent and the surrounding bodies of water. Regular revised versions are posted to keep the bird list current at all times. This is the list used by all serious birders over their lifetime. You may be aware of the movie called the "Big Year". It was with this list that all the competing birders used in an attempt to set a new record as to how many bird species that could be seen by an individual birder in one calendar year.