Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) are very common sight here in the Carolinas. With the warmer temperatures and spring weather approaching, the Canada Geese are flocking to the lakes and rivers.
The Canada Goose is a large species of goose with a black head and neck, white cheeks, white under its chin, and a brown body. They are herbivorous and normally migratory in nature. They are often found on or close proximity to fresh water. They are also common in brackish marshes, estuaries, and lagoons. In our area they are oftentimes on and near the Catawba River or its tributaries, such as the South Fork (Catawba) River.
This week I am linking to Bird of the Week; Judy’s Numbers Game #61-182 and Carol’s Thursday Trios and XingfuMama’s Whatsoever Is Lovely.
It was a tremendous pleasure to watch the Canada Geese sunning on the river’s shoreline, diving into the water, taking flight and landing in the water.
Judy’s Numbers Game #61-182 (#2)
Whatsoever is Lovely Challenge-2025 Week 08
Jez’s Water Water Everywhere #259
Photo Credit:©️2025 Deb L. Waters … All Rights Reserved.
Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T3i with Canon EF-S55-250mm lens and Altura UV Filter attachment.
Location: South Fork Catawba River; Goat Island Park and Greenway; Cramerton, North Carolina, USA
God Bless. Time to Get Outdoors. Relax and enjoy Nature. Thank you for visiting and sharing your time and thoughts with us. I appreciate y’all very much.
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They are such handsome birds. We have a lot in our area and they can be pesky (our little dog Asta had a lot of extra baths because she loved to roll in their droppings!) but I still like them.
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With the warmer temperatures approaching I believe we’ll be seeing a lot more of the Geese around the River.
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Great post Deb. I like how you were able to combine so many challenges with this one post. We have lots of Canada Geese here in Toronto (imagine that) and I love going to the naturalized parks where they love to hang out. Getting them in trios can be tricky but you’ve managed to get some nice shots. Thanks for playing.
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Thank you! That day was a rare warm sunny day between the cold. The Canada Geese were having a splashing good time flying, diving, swimming, and sunning themselves. It was an amazingly awesome sight to watch.
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We’re experiencing the same thing here.
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