Goose (Egyptian)

Egyptian Geese are attractive, but rather odd-looking fowls. They have a pale head and under parts, with dark eye-patches and pink legs. Distinct white wing-coverts are revealed when in flight. They are usually 63-73 centimetres long.

Egyptian Geese mate for life. A mated pair is very protective of their territory and nest, aggressively defending it against intruders and attacking, when necessary.

They nest in a number of places, but especially like holes in mature trees in parklands. They often choose to nest in abandoned nests, and have been known to nest on ledges on cliffs and banks. They are a largely terrestrial species, which will also perch readily on trees and buildings.
 
Photographed at Toronto Zoo, Toronto, ON