An amateur photographer’s images of a 20-minute battle for survival between a Canada goose and bald eagle have quickly caught the attention of many Canadians as a symbol of the escalating tensions between Canada and the U.S. On Feb. 23 at around 11 a.m., eagle-eyed photographer Mervyn Sequeira zeroed in on an impending battle between […]
Tag: Canada Goose
Avian flu likely killed dozens of geese found in Otisco Lake and Seneca River
On cold winter mornings, Paul Pacelli enjoys walking along the Seneca River in the village of Baldwinsville to watch bald eagles snatch fish from the open water near the dam. On Jan. 20, he noticed something unusual and disturbing: a handful of sick and dying Canada geese laying limp on the ice, unable to lift […]
Are Canadian Geese Federally Protected?
As spring approaches and Canadian geese begin their annual migration, many people wonder about the legal status of these majestic birds. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a property owner, or simply curious about wildlife regulations, it’s important to understand the protections in place for Canadian geese. Are Canadian geese federally protected? Canadian geese are federally […]
Canada Goose Gets Taken to Hospital, Partner Comes to Visit!
A cute story from the past has resurfaced, reminding us that animals are truly amazing! The Cape Wildlife Center shared an adorable story that is sure to brighten your day. Staff at the center noticed that a Canada Goose living on a nearby pond was limping. Called Arnold, the goose is part of a mated […]
They Came in the Night – USDA Wildlife Services “Contract Killers” – Dark Operations Part 2 – The Killing
“The geese are killed by lethal gas—often in small chambers on the back of trucks brought directly to the round-up site. Geese are loaded into the chamber one at a time until several are inside. Witnesses can hear the geese banging and thumping trying to escape.” The problem with Canada goose round-ups | The Humane […]
They Came in the Night – USDA Wildlife Services “Contract Killers” – Dark Operations – Part 1
Waterfowl are disappearing across the United States in the dark cover of night, a Dark Operation that appears meant to hide the heinous act of “culling” also known as “reduction of a wild animal population by selective slaughter.” The “contract Killers” AKA, USDA‘s Wildlife Services or Animal & Plant Health Inspection Services are the hired […]
Snowy Owl At Long Beach Connecticut
Slightly east of Bridgeport and south of Stratford lies a magnificent wildlife venue called Long Beach. The Snowy Owl above (image 1) was photographed at Long Beach in December 2017. With adjacent Pleasure Beach it is noted that they comprise more than 25% of Connecticut’s remaining undeveloped beachfront property. The Dunlin with Sanderling above (image […]
A Productive Frozen Boat Launch
Rare eBird lists for Connecticut remain a little shorter than those for Florida in my experience. Nonetheless I was intrigued by reports of rare species of goose being reported at Donald W. Barnes Boat Launch in Hartford County Connecticut in mid-winter. A species commonly seen here in New England in the winter months was remarkably […]