Brant Goose Collection

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXXIII, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXXIII, c. 1575/1580

Brent geese (Branta bernicla) flying with moon, Titchwell, Norfolk, UK, December

Brent geese (Branta bernicla) small flock in flight over coastal feeding grounds, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland, UK. February

Brant Goose (colour litho)
3121065 Brant Goose (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Brent Goose, n. d. Creator: Thomas Bewick
Brent Goose, n.d

Brant Goose, 1837. Creator: Robert Havell
Brant Goose, 1837

Brent Goose, from the Game Birds series (N40) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888-90

Brent Goose (Branta bernicla), Lesser Snow Goose (Chen hyperboreus), 1900, (1900). Artist: Charles Whymper
Brent Goose (Branta bernicla), Lesser Snow Goose (Chen hyperboreus), 1900, (1900). From The Game Birds and Wild Fowl of The British Islands, by Charles Dixon, illustrated by Charles Whymper

Brant Goose (Branta bernicla) flying, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Brant and Canadian goose illustration 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon

Branta bernicla, brent goose
Plate 391 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Brent geese in flight. These are pale-bellied Brent geese (Branta bernicla hrota), flying over a frozen salt marsh. This goose, which has several subspecies, is native to the Arctic

Brent goose flock in flight. These are pale-bellied Brent geese (Branta bernicla hrota), flying over a frozen salt marsh. This goose, which has several subspecies, is native to the Arctic

Brant Goose flying in group - Texel - island - Netherlands
ME-2083 Brant Goose flying in group Texel - island - Netherlands Branta bernicla Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Adult brant (Branta bernicla nigricans) feeding on eel grass in the shallow waters of San Ignacio Lagoon
Michael S. Nolan / SpecialistStock

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The Brant Goose, scientifically known as Branta bernicla, is a captivating migratory bird that graces the skies with its elegant flight. In December, these Brent geese can be seen soaring gracefully against the backdrop of a mesmerizing moon in Titchwell, Norfolk, UK. The sight is nothing short of enchanting. As February arrives and winter lingers on, a small flock of Brent geese takes flight over the coastal feeding grounds at Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve in Northumberland, UK. Their synchronized movements create an awe-inspiring spectacle that showcases their unity and resilience. Throughout history, artists have been captivated by the beauty of this species. A color lithograph depicts a stunning Brant Goose in all its glory while Thomas Bewick's creation immortalizes its gracefulness. Robert Havell's artwork from 1837 captures every intricate detail of this magnificent creature. Even tobacco companies recognized the allure of the Brent Goose as it became part of Allen & Ginter Cigarettes' Game Birds series in 1888-90. Charles Whymper's artistry further highlights the majestic presence of both the Brent Goose and Lesser Snow Goose side by side. Not limited to just one country or region, these geese are found across Europe and beyond. From Schleswig-Holstein in Germany to Texel in The Netherlands, they continue to amaze observers with their aerial acrobatics and striking plumage. Texel seems particularly enchanted by these birds as they make it their wintering home year after year. Dark-bellied Brent Geese add charm to this Dutch island during colder months when they seek refuge from harsher climates elsewhere. Whether witnessed under a moonlit sky or admired through artistic interpretations spanning centuries, there is no denying that Brant Geese hold an undeniable allure for nature enthusiasts worldwide.