White-Fronted Goose
White-Fronted Goose Overview
White-fronted geese have light orange legs and feet and a pinkish bill. Adult males are usually large than adult females. But both sexes look similar. They are grayish brown with light grey breasts and dark brown to black blotches and bars.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the White-Fronted Goose look like?
It has a grayish-brown body with light gray breast feathers, dark blotches or bars, light orange legs and feet, and a pinkish bill. A distinctive white patch around the base of the bill gives the species its name.
Do male and female White-Fronted Geese look different?
Males and females look similar, although males are generally slightly larger. Both sexes share the same coloration and markings.
Are White-Fronted Geese native to Hawaii?
No. They are migratory birds native to the Arctic and North America. They occasionally visit Hawaii as vagrants during migration.
When are they most likely seen in Hawaii?
They may appear in Hawaii during the winter months as accidental migrants, although sightings are relatively rare compared to their native range.
What do White-Fronted Geese eat?
Their diet consists mostly of grasses, sedges, grains, and agricultural crops, which they graze on in open fields and wetlands.