RarityCommon
Height82 cm
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"Magpie Geese have partially webbed feet with strong claws, allowing them to perch in trees-an uncommon trait among waterfowl."
Field Guide
Magpie Goose
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The Magpie Goose (*Anseranas semipalmata*) is a large, black-and-white waterbird native to Australia and southern New Guinea. The Magpie Goose is a familiar sight in northern Australian wetlands, where it forms large, noisy flocks.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Magpie Goose has been recorded.
- Berrinba Wetlands🔥 ActiveQueensland · 13 species · 14 sightings · seen 16 days ago
- Hasties Swamp Bird Hide🔥 ActiveQueensland · 13 species · 17 sightings · seen 16 days ago
- Hunter Wetlands Centre🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 62 species · 179 sightings · seen 9 days ago
- Palmetum Botanic Garden🔥 ActiveQueensland · 7 species · seen 20 days ago
- Sandy Camp Road Wetlands Reserve🔥 ActiveQueensland · 128 species · 446 sightings · seen 16 days ago
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