Spur-winged Goose
Plectropterus gambensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="plectropterus-gambensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Spur-winged Goose (Plectropterus gambensis) is a bird species in the family Anatidae (ducks, geese & swans), within the order Anseriformes (waterfowl). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 104.5 cm and a weight of 4.5 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Giới Thiệu
Africa's largest waterfowl, a massive goose-like bird with iridescent black-and-white plumage, a large red bill knob, bare red facial skin, and prominent bony wing spurs. Males can weigh up to 10 kg. Territorial; feeds on aquatic vegetation and agricultural crops across sub-Saharan Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Chiều Dài Sải Cánh | 104,5 cm | 41.1 in |
| Khối Lượng | 4475,0 g | 157.85 oz |
Nhận Dạng
Bộ Lông
Large; black upperparts with glossy green and purple iridescence. White forehead patch, facial skin reddish, and white underparts. Males have larger red facial caruncle and bill knob than females. Spur on wing.
Habitat & Range
Freshwater lakes, marshes, rivers, and flooded grasslands across sub-Saharan Africa from the Sahel to South Africa. Feeds along wetland margins and on agricultural land near water. Nests on the ground.
Tình Trạng Bảo Tồn
Hành Vi & Sinh Sản
Làm Tổ
Nest type: CV,O. Incubation: 30-33 days. Fledging: 70 days.
Số Trứng
6-14
Âm Thanh
Tiếng Hót
A harsh, goose-like clucking 'uk-uk-uk' in flight. Males give a whistling hiss. Large and ungainly; its loud wing beats and harsh calls are characteristic of savanna wetlands.
Phân Loại Học
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Bộ | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| Họ | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Plectropterus |
| Loài | Plectropterus gambensis |
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