Snow Goose
Cackling Goose

Ross's Goose

Ross’s Goose

Chen rossii

Ducks, Geese and Swans (Anatidae

Code 4

Whatbird   

All About Birds

First record - 13 April 2014 - Duck Lake WTP (Gordon Green - eBird)

Very rare goose for this area, and county.  2 sightings in Calhoun from 2014 (Duck Lake WTP) and 2015 (Barnes Park).  Both times mixed in with Canada Geese.  As mentioned with the Snow Goose, careful study of any white bird with black wingtips should be taken.  Subtle difference between the two can make ID difficult.  

Best months to see this bird are:
  • March
  • November
  • October