This species can be divided into two different types, because we distinguish wild and domestic. The largest specimens can reach a length of up to 50 centimeters and 1-2 kilograms of body mass.Nowadays we can find them less and less on farms in the countryside, but in the past very many people bred them. The second species lives in the wild and usually leads a wanderer mode, that is, moves from place to place.
Goose Coloring Book
Children's story goose
A little goose decided to become the heroine of a children's story. She went to the store to buy different colorful decorations to make herself look better. She is just trying on a pink ...
Geese in the field
Four goose friends live together in a farmhouse by a river. Every morning they go for a walk together. In the picture, you can just see them strolling on...
Mother goose with baby goose
A young goose, recently became a mother goose. Eight beautiful geese have hatched from the eggs they laid. Color the goose family by using yellow color to color the little goose....
The golden little goose
Do you know the fable of the golden goose? It is a story about a golden goose that brings luck in many things to its finder. Thanks to it...
Flock of geese
Young goosebumps facing their first day of school are about to go to class. What do you think they could use? It might be a good idea for each of them to...
Wild goose
The goose in the picture is actually all white. The only thing that stands out in its color is the orange beak and legs. Color only those...
Sweet little goose
The little goose is the youngest in the whole neighborhood. Because of being the smallest and youngest, everyone thinks she is cute. Color the whole picture, and the goose...
Goose on the farm
Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly rare to see geese and other animals on farms in our country, as fewer and fewer people have their own farms and keep animals....
Goose in the field
The picture in front of you shows a goose grazing in a field. But how can you tell what kind of field it is if you can't see the grass there....
Wild goose
The goose is the one that walks around the yard and is fed by the household members every day. However, there is...
Information
- Classification: Geese belong to the duck family (Anatidae) and are closely related to ducks and swans.
- Occurrence: Geese are migratory birds that inhabit a variety of environments around the world, from Arctic tundras to temperate lakes and marshes.
- Characteristics: They have relatively large, rounded bodies, long necks, short legs and broad wings. Their plumage usually consists of ground colors, although some species have more distinctive colors.
- Diet: Geese are primarily herbivores, feeding on grasses, seeds, aquatic plants and insects and small invertebrates.
- Migrations: Many species of geese undertake impressive migratory journeys, flying thousands of kilometers between breeding and wintering sites. During migration, they form distinctive "V" shaped formations.
- Reproduction: Geese are known for their strong attachment to their partner. They form pairs that often stay together for life. Many species build nests on the ground, near water, where the female lays her eggs.
- Communications: Geese use a variety of sounds to communicate, from loud clucks to quiet buzzing.
- Domestication: The domestic goose is a domesticated form of goose, raised by humans mainly for meat, feathers and foie gras.
- Significance in culture: Geese have played an important role in many cultures as symbols of fertility, courage, guardians or guides of souls.
- Threats: Some species of geese are endangered due to loss of habitat, hunting, and disruption of their migration paths by human activities.
Trivia
- Monogamy: Geese are known for being extremely devoted partners. They often form lifelong couples and show clear signs of mourning if a partner dies.
- "V" formation in flight: Geese flying in a "V" formation is a frequently seen sight. This formation not only helps with navigation, but also reduces drag, allowing for longer flight with less energy consumption.
- Comprehensive language: Geese use a wide range of sounds to communicate, and each sound can have a different meaning, depending on the situation and intonation.
- Parental care: Geese are very protective parents. Both partners participate in incubating the eggs and caring for the young, known as goslings. Some species of geese can also identify their young based on their sounds.
- Ability to remember faces: Research has shown that geese can recognize and remember human faces. They can also differentiate between people who were friendly to them and those who were aggressive.
- Geese and human culture: In mythology and literature, geese are often depicted as guardians and guides. The famous myth of the golden goose is one of many examples of their presence in folk tales.
- Geese in the role of "guards": Some companies and individuals use geese as guards. They are more timid than dogs and can issue loud warnings if someone approaches.
- Medicinal properties of goose fat: In some cultures, goose fat was traditionally used as a remedy for colds and joint pain.
- Geese in sport: Goose feather is used in the production of badminton darts, thanks to its lightness and aerodynamic shape.
- Environmental impact: Through their diet, geese can influence the ecosystem, both positively and negatively. For example, they can control the growth of certain aquatic plants, but they can also contribute to bank erosion through their foraging.
