Kelp Goose
Kelp Goose
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The Kelp Goose is a highly distinctive and sexually dimorphic goose species, uniquely adapted to life along the rocky coastlines of southern South America and the Falkland Islands. It feeds almost exclusively on marine algae.
Where to spot
Exclusively found along the rocky coastlines and in the intertidal zones of southern Chile and Argentina, including Tierra del Fuego, and throughout the Falkland Islands.
How to spot
Identify males by their entirely pure white plumage with a black bill and bright orange legs. Females are dark sooty-brown with fine white barring on the breast and belly, a pinkish bill base, and bright orange legs. Always look for them on rocky shores.
When to spot
A year-round resident in its specialized coastal habitat. Best observed during low tide when they forage on exposed kelp beds.
Where to spot
Exclusively found along the rocky coastlines and in the intertidal zones of southern Chile and Argentina, including Tierra del Fuego, and throughout the Falkland Islands.
How to spot
Identify males by their entirely pure white plumage with a black bill and bright orange legs. Females are dark sooty-brown with fine white barring on the breast and belly, a pinkish bill base, and bright orange legs. Always look for them on rocky shores.
When to spot
A year-round resident in its specialized coastal habitat. Best observed during low tide when they forage on exposed kelp beds.
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Kelp Geese are one of the few waterfowl species that feed predominantly on seaweed and marine algae, which they pluck from the intertidal zone during low tide. They are rarely seen away from the coast.
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