Goslings Morning Swim
by Robert Bales
Title
Goslings Morning Swim
Artist
Robert Bales
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Photograph - Photo
Description
These were spotted swimming under the Oxbow Bridge near Oxbow, Oregon.
The ubiquitous Canada goose is one of the best known birds in North America. It is found in every contiguous U.S. state and Canadian province at one time of the year or another.
Canada geese are adaptable to many habitats and may thrive wherever grasses, grains, or berries are available. Because of changing weather, settlement, and farming patterns, many Canada (not "Canadian") geese have begun to alter their migrations. Typically, the birds summered in northern North America and flew south when cold weather arrived. This cycle endures, but some northern populations have shortened their flight to traditional wintering grounds in the southern U.S. and Mexico. Other Canada geese have become permanent residents of parks, golf courses, suburban subdevelopments, and other human habitats across much of North America. In some areas, such as airports, they are so numerous that they are considered a nuisance. Just 50 geese can produce two and a half tons of excrement in a year.
When the birds do migrate, they form impressive and aerodynamic "V-formations." They can cover 1,500 miles (2,400 kilometers) in just 24 hours with a favorable wind, but typically travel at a much more leisurely rate. These noisy groups honk their way along established paths that include designated "rest stops." These social birds remain in flocks year-round, except while nesting.
Canada goose populations represent a successful wildlife protection program that revived dwindling numbers in the beginning of the 20th century. The birds were guarded by law and even reintroduced in some areas where their numbers had become low. Today the geese are a popular game bird, and some management concerns center on keeping populations in check because of their detrimental effect on crops.
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May 23rd, 2013
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Comments (16)
Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #13 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist.
Anita Faye
Robert, outstanding perspective on geese! Featured on Poetic Poultry Group! https://fineartamerica.com/groups/poetic-poultry-.html
Sarabjit Singh
Beautiful shot! Love the combination of warm and cool colors.
Robert Bales replied:
The color combination sure caught my eyes and thanks so much for your fine support!!
Linda Phelps
V. great complimentry colors! Beautiful story of nature. I did not know that one family could have so many little ones. I like how the waves add different layers of color. Very please arrangement of the elements. I like seeing the foliage at the top left.
Robert Bales replied:
I was also surprise to see that many and thanks for the great review Linda and the vote!!
Steve Harrington
Nice shooting, Robert! The light is wonderful. vf
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks Steve for the comment on the light! I was surprise to see it when I uploaded! Thanks for the f/v!
Christine Burdine
This made me smile and made my day. So perfect! And whimsical too! What fun. Voted!! And faved!
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks Christine and a review like this sure helps to make my evening!! Thanks for the f/v!