20 Fun Domestic Goose Facts for Kids

  1. Geese are big birds that live on farms and near lakes.
  2. They have long necks which help them to look around and find food.
  3. Geese can swim very well because they have webbed feet like little paddles.
  4. They love to eat grass, plants, and bugs.
  5. Geese make a loud sound called a honk.
  6. Momma goose is called a hen, and daddy goose is called a gander.
  7. Baby geese are called goslings.
  8. Geese live in groups called a flock.
  9. They like to walk in a line behind their mom.
  10. Geese sleep with one eye open to watch for danger.
  11. Their feathers keep them warm and dry.
  12. Geese can fly really far during migration to find warm places.
  13. They take care of each other in their family.
  14. Geese have very strong wings for flying.
  15. Their beaks help them grab food from the ground or water.
  16. Geese build nests on the ground to keep their eggs safe.
  17. They can live for many years, sometimes over 10 years.
  18. Geese are friendly but can be very protective of their family.
  19. Sometimes geese walk funny because of their big webbed feet.
  20. Geese help keep places clean by eating weeds and bugs.

Geese are really fun animals to watch and learn about!


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