About the Swan Goose
The swan goose is a large goose with a natural breeding range in inland Mongolia, Northeast China, and the Russian Far East. It is migratory and winters mainly in central and eastern China. Vagrant birds are encountered in Japan and Korea, and more rarely in Kazakhstan, Laos, coastal Siberia, Taiwan, Thailand and Uzbekistan.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Anser cygnoides |
| Species Codes | swagoo1, SWGO |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Swan Goose belong to?
The Swan Goose (Anser cygnoides) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Swan Goose?
The Swan Goose is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Swan Goose?
The swan goose is a large goose with a natural breeding range in inland Mongolia, Northeast China, and the Russian Far East. It is migratory and winters mainly in central and eastern China. Vagrant birds are encountered in Japan and Korea, and more rarely in Kazakhstan, Laos, coastal Siberia, Taiwan...
Where can I report a Swan Goose sighting?
You can log sightings of Swan Goose on eBird (ebird.org) using species code swagoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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