All species
resident
Least ConcernDucks, geese and swans
Greylag Goose
The ancestor of most domestic geese, the Greylag is a bulky, grey-brown goose with pinkish-orange legs and a thick orange bill. It is the only native breeding goose in much of lowland areas of the United Kingdom.
Anser anser
Lakes Wetlands Farmland Coastal
Size
74-84 cm
Wingspan
147-180 cm
Weight
2.5-4 kg
Lifespan
10-20 years
Diet
Grass, leaves, roots, seeds and aquatic plants.
Song & Call
Loud, cackling calls and honks.
How to identify
- Grey-brown plumage
- Pinkish-orange legs
- Thick orange bill
- Pale forewing in flight
Conservation
Least Concern
Common resident; Scotland holds most native breeders.
