About the Cape Barren Goose
The Cape Barren goose, sometimes also known as the pig goose, is a species of goose endemic to southern Australia. It is a distinctive large, grey bird that is mostly terrestrial and is not closely related to other extant members of the subfamily Anserinae.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Cereopsis novaehollandiae |
| Species Codes | cabgoo1, CBGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cape Barren Goose belong to?
The Cape Barren Goose (Cereopsis novaehollandiae) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Cape Barren Goose?
The Cape Barren goose, sometimes also known as the pig goose, is a species of goose endemic to southern Australia. It is a distinctive large, grey bird that is mostly terrestrial and is not closely related to other extant members of the subfamily Anserinae....
Where can I report a Cape Barren Goose sighting?
You can log sightings of Cape Barren Goose on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cabgoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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