Cape Barren goose

Bird

The Cape Barren goose is a large, pale grey waterfowl native to southern Australia and Tasmania. Recognized by its yellow-green beak and black-spotted plumage, it feeds on salt-tolerant grasses in coastal grasslands. Monogamous and protective, these geese form strong pair bonds and are adept fliers despite their bulky appearance.

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SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Cereopsis novaehollandiae

FAMILY:

Anatidae

NATIONAL CONSERVATION STATUS:

Least Concern

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Fun Fact:

A fun fact about the Cape Barren goose is that it has a unique adaptation for its diet—it can digest tough, salty vegetation that most other birds avoid, thanks to its specialized digestive system!