grassy
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#Grass
#birds
#greategret
#guineafowl
#greatblueheron
#chinesegoose
#surfcitync
#photography

"The image presents a close, intimate view of a Chinese goose gliding across calm water. The bird fills most of the frame, its body angled slightly toward the viewer so that its long, elegant neck becomes the natural focal point. The neck is a smooth column of creamy white, tapering upward to a distinctive dark knob at the base of the beak—a hallmark of the species. That knob, glossy and rounded, sits like a polished stone above the goose’s face, giving it a regal, almost sculptural presence. The head is warm brown, the color deepening along the crown and fading gently into the pale neck. The beak itself is black and firm-looking, curving downward with a clean, sharp line. The goose’s eye is small, dark, and alert, catching just enough light to suggest quiet awareness. Its body feathers are a rich mix of browns, layered like overlapping scales. Each feather seems edged in a slightly lighter tone, creating a subtle pattern that ripples across its back and wings. The bird’s white underbody peeks out where the water parts around it." - Microsoft Copilot

Grace on the Water

Here is an image of a Chinese goose (Anser cygnoides domesticus) that I saw gliding across a lake in Texas. ...

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the white stuff
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#white
#chinesegoose
#cattleegret
#snowyegret
#greategret
#surfcitync
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#photography

walk, don't run
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#walking
#birds
#greenheron
#chinesegoose
#greategret
#gull
#chicken
#topsailisland
#nature
#photography

"A single Chinese goose strides across a patch of dry grass, its long neck held high in a posture both poised and purposeful. The bird’s head and neck are a rich, dark brown, accented by a crisp white stripe that runs down its throat—a regal contrast that catches the light. With each step, its body—cloaked in a blend of white and brown feathers—shifts subtly, revealing the texture and symmetry of its plumage. The lighting highlights the motion, giving the impression of quiet determination as the goose moves through its natural terrain. The background is a field of dry grass, simple and unobtrusive, allowing the goose’s form and movement to stand out. The image is signed “© Swede’s Photographs” in the upper right corner, marking it as a professional capture of wildlife in graceful transit. This is not just a bird—it’s a sovereign traveler, walking the perimeter of its domain with quiet authority." - Microsoft Copilot

White-Throated Wanderer

While near Houston, Texas, I spent time watching a group of domestic ducks and geese drifting across ...

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Swan Geese in Bartlesville

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A domesticated Chinese goose standing on the ground near the edge of a partially frozen pond. The goose has a bright orange beak and feet, and its white feathers contrast with the dark earth and ice. 部分的に凍った池のほとりに立つ飼育されたシナガチョウ。鮮やかなオレンジ色のくちばしと足を持ち、白い羽毛が暗い地面や氷と対照的になっている。

This goose is used to people, so it strikes a pose when I point my iPhone at it. If only wild birds would do the same… or maybe not! 🙂‍↕️🪶
ガチョーラガチョーラガチョーラ　きんのガチョーラ　ラララ！　へいっ！♪
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#ChineseGoose
#シナガチョウ
#birds