Learn why geese sometimes stand on one leg when they rest, explained in a fun and easy way for young children.
Have you ever seen a goose standing on just one leg? Sometimes, when geese want to rest or sleep, they lift one leg up and stand on the other leg! This is a special trick to help them keep warm. When they stand on one leg, they tuck the other leg close to their body so that it stays warm and cozy. If they stood on two legs all the time, their legs might get very cold, especially when it's chilly outside.
It's kind of like when you wear a warm jacket to keep your body warm. Geese use their legs this way to stay warm while resting. Isn't nature amazing?