Pink-footed Goose x Barnacle Goose Hybrid
Pink-footed Goose x Barnacle Goose Hybrid
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This hybrid combines the grey-brown plumage and distinct pink bill and feet of the Pink-footed Goose (Anser brachyrhynchus) with the bold black and white pattern of the Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis).
Where to spot
Primarily observed in Europe, particularly in areas like Great Britain and Ireland, where large numbers of both species winter and may encounter each other.
How to spot
Look for a goose with an intermediate body size. The body plumage will be a mix of grey-brown (Pink-footed) and the Barnacle's black and white pattern on the neck and face. Pay attention to bill and leg coloration, which may show mixed traits, perhaps duller pink or greyish-black.
When to spot
Best observed during the winter months (October-March) when both parental species are present in their shared non-breeding grounds.
Where to spot
Primarily observed in Europe, particularly in areas like Great Britain and Ireland, where large numbers of both species winter and may encounter each other.
How to spot
Look for a goose with an intermediate body size. The body plumage will be a mix of grey-brown (Pink-footed) and the Barnacle's black and white pattern on the neck and face. Pay attention to bill and leg coloration, which may show mixed traits, perhaps duller pink or greyish-black.
When to spot
Best observed during the winter months (October-March) when both parental species are present in their shared non-breeding grounds.
Pink-footed Geese are known for their V-formation flights, and this hybrid might occasionally join such formations, though its unique appearance would stand out.
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