When I was up at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge at the end of January, I stopped on the auto tour loop to take photos of a small gaggle of Canada Geese.
Small gaggle of Canada Geese at Bear River MBR – Nikon D500, f8, 1/2000, ISO 1000, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light
It is hard for me to believe, but this is the first time I have used the word “gaggle” on my site. I’ve shared 4,632 posts since early 2010, with 204 of them mentioning Canada Geese, and never before wrote the word “gaggle” in connection to them.
How did that even happen?
In my spoken word, I use “gaggle” frequently when talking about geese. It’s such a fun word to say. I have no idea why I haven’t used it here on my site before.
This small gaggle of geese were just a few that I found on near the end of the last leg of the auto tour loop. There were at least 20 to 25 more in that one area.
Gaggle of Canada Geese on the Bear MBR auto tour loop – Nikon D500, f11, 1/1250, ISO 1000, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light
Canada Geese and their breeding season
The Canada Geese here have already started to pair up for the breeding season, which is getting closer every day. This isn’t early for Canada Geese to start thinking about breeding. I’ve photographed them mating this early in the year before. With the warm winter we have been having this year, I probably could have photographed them mating in January.
I know that Canada Geese probably aren’t as exciting as the Greater White-fronted Goose I shared yesterday for some people.
Me? I get excited each and every time I have them in my viewfinder. That’s just who I am.
Life is good.
Mia
Click here to see more of my Canada Geese photos plus facts and information about this species.
Wonderful shots. We are partial to Canada Geese in my family. One of my niece’s is nicknamed “Goose” because it’s her favorite bird. Thanks Mia.
I also giggle at gaggle. I’m a huge fan of Canada Geese — they are so striking and so lovely to spend time with.
I’m waiting to see if any waterfowl visit, as my entire yard is fairly flooded right now. (Very thankful to be inside and dry — am working toward a time when all can be.)
The greater white-front goose was unique and fun but truth be told I am very fond of Canada geese, despite their common numbers. Like the American bison I am very content to sit in their presence and just observe.