Birds Around Las Vegas, Wildlife Around Las Vegas
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General Description: Ross's Geese (Chen rossii) are small geese that are entirely white except for the black wing tips (primary feathers). The bill is small and all pink (lacks the black lips of Snow Geese). Taxonomy: Anseriformes, Anatidae, Anserinae Favored Habitat: Ponds and marshes. |
 Ross' Goose is smaller than a domestic mallard |
Where to Find: Ross' Geese are not common around Las Vegas, but they do migrate through the desert southwest to winter at the Salton Sea, so keep an eye out for them at the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, the Pahranagat Valley, and the Overton Wildlife Management Area. They also seem to have taken up residence at Sunset Park. Comments: |
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If you were a tasty water bug or a big seed, this might be the last face you ever see! |
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 Ross' Goose and Domestic Goose at Sunset Park |
 Compare Ross' Goose (tiny) with Snow Goose (large) |
 Two ROGO with three domestic geese |
 Two ROGO with a domestic goose |
 Left to right: Ross' Goose, Domestic Duck, and Domestic Goose |
 Ross' Goose with coots and ducks |
Note: All distances, elevations, and other facts are approximate.
; Last updated 240102
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