Atlantic Flyway Goose - subspecies of the Canada Goose

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Young goslings learn some of the skills they will require in order to survive. Although they are old enough to start learning these skills, they are not old enough to be on their own. At this age, momma and poppa goose still keep a close eye on their offspring. In September, this family will go on "vacation" together as they migrate to the Atlantic states and provinces further south. Canada geese mate for life.

A Canada goose rests by the roadside of the Trans-Labrador Highway 500. Seeing these birds fly overhead towards their northern destination is a sure sign that spring is on the way. Their spring migration includes a leisurely flight following 35°F. (2°C) temperatures north as ponds and lakes start to thaw. In the fall, the flock makes a leisurely flight south heralding the start of autumn in our northern area.

The four photos to the left were taken in our back yard. After getting their photos taken, the geese followed us to our back deck and looked disappointed when we went inside our home.