About the Lesser White-fronted Goose
The lesser white-fronted goose is a goose closely related to the larger greater white-fronted goose. It breeds in the northernmost Palearctic, but it is a scarce breeder in Europe, with a reintroduction attempt in Fennoscandia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Anser erythropus |
| Species Codes | lwfgoo, LWFG |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser White-fronted Goose belong to?
The Lesser White-fronted Goose (Anser erythropus) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Lesser White-fronted Goose?
The Lesser White-fronted Goose is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Lesser White-fronted Goose?
The lesser white-fronted goose is a goose closely related to the larger greater white-fronted goose. It breeds in the northernmost Palearctic, but it is a scarce breeder in Europe, with a reintroduction attempt in Fennoscandia....
Where can I report a Lesser White-fronted Goose sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser White-fronted Goose on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lwfgoo, or on iNaturalist.
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