Bird Fact Sheet: Magpie Goose

The Magpie Goose(Anseranas semipalmata) is a goose-like bird that is placed in its own family Anseranatidae. Unlike true geese Magpie Geese have partially webbed feet. The Magpie Goose lives in Australia.

There is a protuberance on the heads of Magpie Geese that is variable in size, but smaller in females.

Physical Characteristics

The Magpie Goose has a black neck and head. The wings are mostly black as well. The legs and feet are orange. Magpie Geese have partially webbed feet. There is a Protuberance on the heads of Magpie Geese that is variable in size, but smaller in females. The … Continue

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