Upland Goose

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The Upland Goose, also widely known as the Magellan Goose, is a common and conspicuous goose species native to southern South America and the Falkland Islands. It exhibits strong sexual dimorphism in its plumage.

Where to spot

Widespread across grasslands, steppes, open woodlands, and agricultural areas of southern Chile and Argentina, including Tierra del Fuego, and common on the Falkland Islands.

How to spot

Identify males by their white heads and underparts with fine black barring on the flanks and back, and a black bill. Females have a rufous-chestnut head and neck, a barred chestnut-and-black body, and orange legs. Often seen grazing in flocks on open fields.

When to spot

Primarily a year-round resident in many areas, though some populations in the southern parts of its range undertake migratory movements north during the austral winter.

Where to spot

Widespread across grasslands, steppes, open woodlands, and agricultural areas of southern Chile and Argentina, including Tierra del Fuego, and common on the Falkland Islands.

How to spot

When to spot

Primarily a year-round resident in many areas, though some populations in the southern parts of its range undertake migratory movements north during the austral winter.

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Male Upland Geese are generally white with black markings, while females are distinctively patterned with chestnut and black barring, making them one of the most clearly sexually dimorphic goose species.

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