01.01.05. Canada Goose, Branta canadensis

Author

• M. J. Walters
• S. K. Robinson
• Ann Hodgson, Editor
• Florida Ornithological Society

Files

Publisher

University of South Florida

Publication Date

2026

Abstract

Simply put, the Canada Goose is the most widely distributed goose species in North America. Its breeding range stretches from the arctic coastal plain of Alaska to the northern half of Florida, while its wintering range extends as far south as Baja California and northern Mexico.

Keywords

Ornithology, Breeding, Geese

Extent

1 PDF of 3 pages

Series Title

Florida Ornithological Society, Special Publication no. 9

Language

English

Digital Date

2026

Media Type

Atlases

Format

Digital Only

Type

Article

Recommended Citation

Walters, M. J.; Robinson, S. K.; Hodgson, Ann; and Florida Ornithological Society, "01.01.05. Canada Goose, Branta canadensis" (2026). 01.01. Anatidae - Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl. 7.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/bba2_anatidae/7