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Greater White-fronted Goose
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Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Lakes, marshes, coastal bays.
Diet: Aquatic plants, seeds, invertebrates.
Best time to spot: Best in winter flocks.
When to look
Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US.
How rare is it?
The Greater White-fronted Goose sits in our Uncommon tier for the US: regular, but you usually need the right place or the right season. It belongs to the ducks, geese, and waterfowl family.
Recent US sightings
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