Bean Goose

Anser fabalis

A Bean Goose
Photo courtesy of Daniel Sörensen

The Northern Palearctic hosts many races of this goose in scattered pockets.

Nests are placed on low, dry hummocks. It is very gregarious in winter. While feeding, family groups mix easily with other species.

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Photo courtesy of Daniel Sörensen

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