Hi All,
Over the last few days (Nov. 14th - 17th, 2008) we have observed a goose on
the front lawn of the Dupont Plant in Kingston, Ontario. It was amidst a
large flock of Canada Geese and of a similar size, however, its markings
were unusual. Obvious differences between it and the Canada Geese were the
stocky bright orange legs, a mottled beak, a great deal more white markings,
and unusual colour patterns along the back of its neck.
I've posted a few photos of this goose at:
http://www.physics.queensu.ca/~ph/A%20Birds/Goose%20at%20Dupont%20Nov%2014%202008%20-1.JPG
http://www.physics.queensu.ca/~ph/A%20Birds/Goose%20at%20Dupont%20Nov%2014%202008%20-2.JPG
http://www.physics.queensu.ca/~ph/A%20Birds/Goose%20at%20Dupont%20Nov%2014%202008%20-3.JPG
I was unable to photograph its legs because the geese were along the
roadside, scavenging for food in a ditch.
I'd be pleased to hear back from anyone who knows what type of goose this
is.
Cheers,
Peg
Directions to Dupont, Kingston, ON:
From
Hwy 401, take the 611 turn-off and head south. Drive down Hwy 38 (which
becomes Gardiner's Road) until you reach a major intersection with Bath Road
(an A&P store is at this intersection). Turn right onto Bath Road then
immediately turn left at the next traffic light onto Days Road. Follow Days
Road to the very end and turn left at the traffic light. The Dupont plant
is along this road (Front Road) on the right-hand side about 1/2 km from
this intersection.
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