Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center

Waterfowl Identification in the Central Flyway

Ross' Goose

GIF -- Picture of Species

Body: Small mallard-sized goose. Identical to Snow Goose in coloration but has small short bill. Lacks "grin-patch". Adult with wart-like tissue at base of bill.

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