During much of the year they associate in large flocks, and many of these birds may be related to one another. They have enough energy remaining in their yolk sac to survive 2 days before feeding.Ĭanada Geese eat grain from fields, graze on grass, and dabble in shallow water by tipping forward and extending their necks underwater. They leave the nest when 1-2 days old, depending on weather, and can walk, swim, feed, and even dive. Hatchlings are covered with yellowish down and their eyes are open. Nest DescriptionĪ large open cup on the ground, made of dry grasses, lichens, mosses, and other plant material, and lined with down and some body feathers. She does all the incubation while her mate guards her and the nest. She adds down feathers and some body feathers beginning after the second egg is laid. Female selects the site and does much of nest construction. They prefer a spot from which they can have a fairly unobstructed view in many directions. On the ground, usually on a muskrat mound or other slightly elevated site, near water. Two subspecies have adapted to urban environments and graze on domesticated grasses year round. They’re very efficient at removing kernels from dry corn cobs. During fall and winter, they rely more on berries and seeds, including agricultural grains, and seem especially fond of blueberries.
In spring and summer, geese concentrate their feeding on grasses and sedges, including skunk cabbage leaves and eelgrass. So they are especially abundant in parks, airports, golf courses, and other areas with expansive lawns. Canada Geese are particularly drawn to lawns for two reasons: they can digest grass, and when they are feeding with their young, manicured lawns give them a wide, unobstructed view of any approaching predators. Canada Geese live in a great many habitats near water, grassy fields, and grain fields.
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