Canada Goose

Start with these clues

Look for a long black neck and white cheek patch.

Relative size

Large

Look around

Pond, Lawn

Region and season

Widespread; both resident and migratory populations occur.

Compare carefully

Cackling Goose has similar markings and is often smaller with a shorter bill.

A photograph shows one individual and one view. Check several features, the date and a regional guide before settling on an identification.

Read the Audubon species account for fuller range, behavior and identification context.