'Richardson's' Cackling Goose (C. hutchinsii hutchinsii)

Identification: Hutchinsii is much smaller with a short, stubby bill, relatively round or squarish head with steep forehead (vs wedge-shaped head), and relatively short neck versus Canada Goose.

Henrico County, Virginia
December 15, 2007

Henrico County, Virginia
December 15, 2007

 

The photographs below were taken in eastern Henrico County, Virginia on October 19, 2008.

 

The two (2) photographs below are of individuals observed in King William County, Virginia on October 31, 2008.

 

Westmoreland County, Virgnia


cackling goose
November 18, 2012- eastern Henrico County, Virginia
cackling goose
December 20, 2009