Canada Geese and Goslings

Canada Geese and Goslings

Canada Geese with 4 goslings

Early in April 2011 a pair of Canada geese were seen mating on Bingley canal. The female duly made her nest on the bank and laid eggs. She was very well hidden although the nest was very close to the water and often all that could be seen was the top of her black head. If you didn't know to look, you would never have seen her. What gave away the location of the nest was the patrolling presence of the male on the canal. He never left, keeping careful watch and chasing away all and sundry. The only one they has trouble with is Grumps the mute swan who thinks he is king. This is a photo diary of the story of a Canada goose's nest and the arrival of goslings

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