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Egyptian goose sounds

Alopochen aegyptiaca

Listen to 1 recording of the Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca).

Listen to the Egyptian goose

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About the Egyptian goose

The Egyptian goose is a bird in the family Anatidae (order Anseriformes). Its conservation status on the IUCN Red List is “least concern”. Adults have a wingspan of about 144 cm.

What does the Egyptian goose sound like?

Bird vocalisations are usually divided into songs – longer, often complex phrases used to defend territory and attract mates, sung mostly by males in the breeding season – and calls: short, simple sounds for contact, alarm, begging or flight.

From Wikipedia

The Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) is an African member of the Anatidae family including ducks, geese, and swans. Because of its popularity chiefly as an ornamental bird, the species has also been introduced to Europe, the United States, and elsewhere outside its natural range. Egyptian geese were regularly represented in ancient Egyptian art.

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Frequently asked questions

What does an Egyptian goose sound like?

You can hear 1 recording of the Egyptian goose on this page. Bird vocalisations are usually divided into songs – longer, often complex phrases used to defend territory and attract mates, sung mostly by males in the breeding season – and calls: short, simple sounds for contact, alarm, begging or flight.

Is the Egyptian goose endangered?

The IUCN Red List classifies the Egyptian goose as “least concern”.

What family does the Egyptian goose belong to?

The Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) belongs to the family Anatidae in the order Anseriformes.

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