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16-NOV-2009 Hank v/d Velde

20091112 003 Canada Goose Hybrid - SERIES.jpg

Ottawa River

Three images. The first two are, I think, of the same Hybrid goose that I posted yesterday http://www.pbase.com/hankvv/image/119997615). Yesterday's images were taken in March/09 and today's in November/09. The Goose may have stayed around the area. The final image is of a Greater White-fronted Goose, taken in 2007. It is included for comparison. Two days ago, I posted images of an other Hybrid goose. In both instances I initially indicated that I thought the geese to be Canada/Greater W-f Hybrids.

I was informed by a Pbase and local friend photographer, Chris, that the Hybrid is more than likely a cross between a Canada Goose and a Graylag (a.k.a Domestic) Goose. I did some checking on the internet and I think that Chris is probably correct. Any comments will be appreciated.

Top Image: Close-up of the Hybrid Goose with its wings raised.


Full wing-spread. Note the single white, outer primary wing feather similar to the multiple white wing feathers in the images posted two days ago (see http://www.pbase.com/image/119970274 )


Greater White-fronted Goose.


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Robert D. McAlpine12-Dec-2009 00:46
Interesting find and a wonderful mystery, Hank. While he may indeed make a good meal Ted, you would theoretically not have to kill him to test his DNA. But you sure would have to catch him.
Simon Chandler07-Dec-2009 07:10
Excellent capture. Interesting images. v
Guest 06-Dec-2009 20:59
Excellent shots, V
Peter Stahl06-Dec-2009 15:49
Either way terrific shots Hank! ~
marko gregoric06-Dec-2009 14:56
Wonderful images Hank. V.
Eric Martin06-Dec-2009 12:47
Great series Hank ! beautiful sharp image
Giancarlo Guzzardi06-Dec-2009 08:43
very beautiful foreground and lovely background in the first picture
pr_rajan06-Dec-2009 05:55
...great!~V~
Guest 06-Dec-2009 01:57
Tack sharp images of this strange looking goose. Excellent work. V
Ted Busby06-Dec-2009 00:03
Hi Hank;

I sent a photo of this one to Bruce DiLabio (via a common friend); and he mentioned basically the same as Chris..The ONLY real way to find out; if to cook him for dinner; while waiting for DNA Testing.
lou_rozensteins05-Dec-2009 23:55
Another great series. Very well done.
Jess. ( Lady.D.)05-Dec-2009 23:00
Very nicely captured Hank,....
jychamberland05-Dec-2009 22:45
beautiful series Hank!
Jim Coffman05-Dec-2009 22:37
Excellent series,Hank!
Guest 05-Dec-2009 20:54
Wonderful series ! Beautiful colors and clarity! v
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