Magpie Goose

Magpie Goose 

IUCN Listing: Least concern- stable population
Winter Habitat: Flood plains and tropical rivers

Food: Grass and seeds

Foraging Technique: Grazing

Breeding Habitat: Refer to winter habitat. These geese possess an interesting breeding strategy; although, they are paired for life, the males will often times mate with two females. The pair will often be found within a family group, this family group all builds the nest together. 

Nesting Preference: Near water, in floating vegetation cups, no lining

Average Clutch Size: 8 for one female, and 16 for two females

First age of Breeding:  2 years

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