Friday, February 16, 2024

Goofy Canada Geese!

I wasn't as close to this Canada Goose as it appears as I always give an aggressive goose lots of room when passing by. The "comb-like serrations" visible on the tongue and mouth edge aren't really teeth. They are used like teeth, but are made of cartilage and have no enamel.
https://www.strongjaw.com/blogs/blog/uncovering-goose-teeth-facts-myths-and-surprising-discoveries

The Geese have been entertaining lately and nest building season hasn't even begun.

Some Canada Geese were staking claim to their territory on Lake Chipican ...

while others were "dancing" in the waters of Lake Huron.

I’ve watched them tip forward with tails up when they are reaching for food on the lake bottom, but have not seen the "back flop" before.

Maybe they were practicing their synchronized swimming skills....
or perhaps were having a well needed bath! 

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