Results tagged “canadageese”

The Canada Goose Branta Canadensis is a native North American species of waterfowl. There are up to 11 subspecies of the Canada Goose, but they all have handsome markings—black head, white cheek patches, and long black neck—and fly together in a "V" formation when migrating.

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Contrary to popular belief Torontoist actually likes a good animal story. So we're really happy to see not one but two of 'em this morning. A protective pair of Canada Geese has taken up residency outside Sherway Gardens mall in Etobicoke. The male and female are protecting a nest of eggs and will hiss and attack shoppers who get too close.