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The '''bar-headed goose''' (Anser indicus) gets its common named from the two bars of brownish-black colored feathers that wrap around the back of its head. This goose has a light grey body, white on its face and neck, orange legs, and bill. Its feet are webbed and it has broad wings.
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The '''bar-headed goose''' (Anser indicus) gets its common named from the two bars of brownish-black colored feathers that wrap around the back of its head. This goose has a light grey body, white on its face and neck, orange legs, and bill. Its feet are webbed and it has broad wings.
   
'''Facts'''
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=='''Facts'''==
 
*Where to see them: Central Asia, northern India
 
*Where to see them: Central Asia, northern India
 
*Length: 2.5 feet
 
*Length: 2.5 feet

Latest revision as of 03:27, 9 March 2012

Bar-headed goose

At the Cincinnati Zoo.

The bar-headed goose (Anser indicus) gets its common named from the two bars of brownish-black colored feathers that wrap around the back of its head. This goose has a light grey body, white on its face and neck, orange legs, and bill. Its feet are webbed and it has broad wings.

Facts[]

  • Where to see them: Central Asia, northern India
  • Length: 2.5 feet
  • Weight: 4lb-6.5lb
  • Diet: Grass, wheat, barley and rice