canada goose nest season walton county

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Canada Goose nest season, Walton County, GA

Canada Goose, Branta canadensis, hen waterfowl bird. This individual arrived on a Walton County Georgia pond to nest and lay eggs in January 2018 and remained through spring. Audubon states Canada Geese may mate for life. Male defends territory with displays, including lowering head almost to ground with bill slightly raised and open, hissing; also pumps head up and down while standing. Nest site chosen by female is usually on slightly elevated dry ground near water, with good visibility. Typically hunted game bird in the United States. Photographed Monroe, GA March 2018.