Egyptian Goose
Egyptian Goose
Alopochen aegyptiaca
At a Glance
Native to Africa, this odd goose is popular in zoos and aviaries. Escaped birds have established wild populations in Florida, Texas, and California, and free-flying escapees are sometimes seen elsewhere.
All bird guide text and rangemaps adapted from by Kenn Kaufman漏 1996, used by permission of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
Category
Duck-like Birds
IUCN Status
Least Concern
Habitat
Freshwater Wetlands, Lakes, Ponds, and Rivers, Urban and Suburban Habitats
Behavior
Direct Flight, Swimming, Walking
Range & Identification
Description
27" (69 cm). A heavy-bodied goose. Mostly shades of tan and brown, with a dark neck ring and black eye patch. Big white patches on black wings are striking in flight.
Size
About the size of a Heron, About the size of a Mallard or Herring Gull
Color
Black, Brown, Orange, Pink, Reddish Brown, Tan, White, Red
Wing Shape
Broad, Rounded
Tail Shape
Rounded, Short, Square-tipped
Songs and Calls
Call Pattern
Flat
Call Type
Croak/Quack, Raucous
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