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Pink-footed Goose

Anser brachyrhynchus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Anseriformes ›Family: Anatidae ›Genus: Anser

About

The pink-footed goose (Anser brachyrhynchus) is a goose which breeds in eastern Greenland, Iceland and Svalbard. It is migratory, wintering in northwest Europe, especially Ireland, Great Britain, the Netherlands, and western Denmark. The name is often abbreviated in colloquial usage to "pinkfoot" (plural "pinkfeet"). Anser is the Latin for "goose", and brachyrhynchus comes from the Greek brakhus "short" and rhunkhos "bill".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pink-footed Goose?
The scientific name of Pink-footed Goose is Anser brachyrhynchus.
What is the conservation status of Pink-footed Goose?
The Pink-footed Goose has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pink-footed Goose belong to?
Pink-footed Goose belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pink-footed Goose belong to?
Pink-footed Goose belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pink-footed Goose belong to?
Pink-footed Goose belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Pink-footed Goose belong to?
Pink-footed Goose belongs to the order Anseriformes.
What family does Pink-footed Goose belong to?
Pink-footed Goose belongs to the family Anatidae.
What genus does Pink-footed Goose belong to?
Pink-footed Goose belongs to the genus Anser.