17,925 observationsLeast Concern
Barnacle Goose
Branta leucopsis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Anseriformes ›Family: Anatidae ›Genus: Branta
About
The barnacle goose (Branta leucopsis) belongs to the genus Branta of black geese, which contains species with largely black plumage, distinguishing them from the grey Anser species. Despite its superficial similarity to the brant goose, genetic analysis has shown it is an eastern derivative of the cackling goose lineage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Barnacle Goose is Branta leucopsis.
- Barnacle Goose belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Barnacle Goose belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Barnacle Goose belongs to the class Aves.
- Barnacle Goose belongs to the order Anseriformes.
- Barnacle Goose belongs to the family Anatidae.
- Barnacle Goose belongs to the genus Branta.