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Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

As far back as 3100 B.C. the Ancient Egyptians kept Egyptian Geese as pets making them one of the oldest domesticated species. They are now the most widespread African waterfowl appearing in many countries around the world after being introduced. They are often breed early in the year, having a preference for open grassland near freshwater where they can nest in tree cavities. They have been known to move into old crow and raptor nests.

TQ4792 12/10/2024 ©Raymond Small

Young Egyptian Geese do not have dark eye patches like the adults do.

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