Magpie Goose
A species of Goose Scientific name : Anseranas semipalmata Genus : Goose
Magpie Goose, A species of Goose
Botanical name: Anseranas semipalmata
Genus: Goose
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Description
Magpie geese are unmistakable birds with their black and white plumage and yellowish legs. The feet are only partially webbed, and the magpie goose feeds on vegetable matter in the water, as well as on land. Males are larger than females. Unlike true geese, their moult is gradual, so no flightless periods result. Their voice is a loud honking. 
Size
70 - 90 cm
Colors
Black
White
Life Expectancy
20-30 years
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Magpie Goose predominantly consumes plant matter, including grass blades, seeds, bulbs, and wild rice. Its feeding behavior includes foraging for these items, with adaptations suited to a herbivorous diet.
Habitat
Magpie Goose primarily inhabit open wetland habitats, ranging from floodplains to swamps, which are subject to significant water level fluctuations. They favor semi-permanent saline wetlands within broader tropical river systems. These birds are typically found within 300 kilometers of coastal areas and are associated with regions that experience a tropical climate. Magpie Goose are well-adapted to their aquatic environments, where they both wade and swim.
Dite type
Omnivorous
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Species Status
Not globally threatened.
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