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Cape Barren Goose

(Cereopsis novaehollandiae)
Aboriginal name: "toolka"
Size: 75-90 cm

Habitat
(for details refer to a field guide)

Cape Barren Geese inhabit the coastal areas of south-eastern SA and VIC. They are also found on the eastern side of Tasmania and a small area on the south coast of WA.

During the breeding season they are predominantly found on small southern offshore islands dominated by grass tussocks and small shrubs. Outside the breeding season they prefer open grassland for feeding.

Sightings

We have not spotted a Cape Barren Goose out in the wild yet. The one specimen shown below was in captivity.

Photos

Cape Barren Goose preening itself; in captivity

Food

Like all other geese, ducks and swans, Cape Barren Geese are vegetarian. They feed on plants on land.

These pages are largely based on our own observations. For more salient facts on any bird species please refer to a field guide.