Geese Collection (page 6)

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Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) in flight, London, UK, February

Landscape of a fen at dawn sunrise with Canada goose (Branta canadensis) Oisterwijkse Bossen en Vennen Nature reserve, Oisterwijk, The Netherlands. April

Landscape of a fen at dawn with Canada goose (Branta canadensis) swimming. Oisterwijkse Bossen en Vennen Nature reserve, Oisterwijk, The Netherlands. April

Woman in white dress, pink fichu and corsage, pink bonnet-chapeau. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Carrache after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les Modes Parisienne sous le

Sunbury on Thames Middlesex circa 1955

Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) on nest with goslings, New York, USA

Canada goose (Branta canadensis) with goslings, a few days old. Massachusetts, USA. April

Greylag goose {Anser anser} newly hatched chicks on nest, Poland

Dan Leno in Mother Goose, pantomime. circa 1903

Views and crafts of Buckinghamshire, Womens Institute banner design, 1937, (1943). Page painted by a member of a Buckinghamshire Womens Institute

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

Flock of Pink footed geese (Anser brachyrhynchus) in flight at dusk, Norfolk, England, UK, October

Group of Greylag geese (Anser anser) flying in the half light before dawn, Snettisham RSPB reserve, Norfolk, UK, September

Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiacus) in flight over Rutland Water, Rutland, UK, August

White-fronted goose (Anser albifrons) and Taiga bean goose (Anser fabalis rossicus) flocks in flight and on water. Latvia. April

Snow Geese (Chen caerulescens) large flock in pool at Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge with setting full moon at sunrise in December, New Mexico, USA. December

Hawthorne Bridge, Willamette River, southeast of downtown Portland, Oregon, USA. (Editorial Use Only)

Young Eskimo (Inuit) girl with a captured Arctic Hare Date: circa 1930s

Group of Swan geese (Anser cygnoides) on grassland, Inner Mongolia, China

Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) pair amongst Devil s-thorn yellow flowers (Tribulus terrestris) Etosha National Park, Namibia, March

Pink-footed goose (Anser brachyrhynchus) flock flying in mist, Cromarty Firth, Highlands, Scotland, UK April

John Gilpin gallops through a village, 1878, (c1918). Creator: Randolph Caldecott
John Gilpin gallops through a village, 1878, (c1918). John Gilpin, with wine bottles attached to his belt, clings on as his horse tears down the road chased by dogs and scattering geese

Snow goose (Chen caerulescens caerulescens) brooding chicks, with rusty orange face from iron rich soil in which it forages. Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, June

Snow goose (Anser caerulescens) two during migration with dark clouds against the sun, Quebec, Canada, October

A Young Dutch girl in traditional costume, tending to geese. Date: circa 1905

Greylag geese (Anser anser) fighting, Antwerpen, Belgium, March

Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus) in summer moult stealing Snow goose (Chen caerulescens caerulescens) egg, with Snow goose flapping wings cand calling, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, June

Snow goose (Anser caerulescens), in flight, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Reserve, New Mexico, USA

Brent geese (Branta bernicla) flying, Hallig Hooge, Germany, April 2009

Canada goose (Branta canadensis) chasing off urban Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) London, May

Barnacle Geese (Branta leucopsis) in flight at sunset, Caerlaverock WWT, Scotland, Solway, UK, January

Greylag Goose (Anser anser) in flight, Caerlaverock WWT, Scotland, Solway, UK, January

Greylag Goose (Anser anser) calling at dawn with steaming breath. Scotland, December

Flock of Barnacle geese (Branta leucopsis) feeding on grazing marshes, Caerlaverock WWT, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK, December

Dark-bellied brent goose (Branta bernicla) feeding on shore just after high water, The Wash, Norfolk, England, UK, January 2012

Greylag goose (Anser anser) pair on edge of loch, near nesting site, Scotland, UK, May 2010

Greylag goose (Anser anser) adult on water, Scotland, UK, May 2010

Large flock of Pink-footed geese (Anser brachyrynchus) flying from overnight roost at dawn, The Wash, Snettisham, Norfolk, UK, January

Mixed flock of Dark-bellied brent geese (Branta bernicla bernicla) and Black-tailed godwit (Limnosa limosa) South Swale Nature Reserve, Kent, UK, with Whitstable in background, October 2010

Greylag goose (Anser anser) taking flight from lake. Southern Norway. March

Greylag geese (Anser anser). Cley, Norfolk, UK, March. Digital composite

Two Canada geese (Branta canadensis) on a misty lake at dawn, UK

Ebdem Geese Goslings at four days

A flock of Greylag Goose (Anser anser) flying in formation above misty fields. The Netherlands, March

Livestock Unit, Fowey Community School, Fowey, Cornwall. July 1990
Students of Fowey Community School tend to the livestock in their specially created unit in a barn at the school. The catchment area of the school includes many rural communities where farming is a

Graylag gosling (Anser anser) resting under parent's wing, Kiskunsagi National Park, Pusztaszer, Hungary

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In the vast tapestry of creation myths, the Iroquois hold a special place with their captivating tale of Sky Woman. According to this ancient legend, it was geese who played a pivotal role in shaping our world. As we delve into this narrative, let us envision the breathtaking artwork by Francois Gohier that beautifully depicts the Black Brant Goose FG 2342 leading its V formation flock across the sky. Muriel Dawson's enchanting painting, "The Goose Girl, " transports us to a realm where these majestic creatures reign supreme. Their graceful presence is echoed in St Swithin's timeless words and Dudley's insightful maxims, reminding us of nature's wisdom. Traveling further north to North Norfolk, we witness Pink-footed Geese Anser brachyrhynchus taking flight in perfect harmony within their V formation. The sight is nothing short of awe-inspiring as they navigate through the skies above picturesque landscapes. Lawson Wood humorously captures our attention with his whimsical illustration titled "Fat Geese. " These plump birds bring joy and laughter during Christmas time when Cecil Aldin paints Hills adorned with festive decorations and Santa Claus delivering gifts alongside a yule log. Yet amidst all these grand scenes lies Muriel Dawson's poignant piece called "A Little Shy. " It reminds us that even they are possess moments of vulnerability and shyness despite their commanding presence in flocks flying over serene waters. Lastly, let us not forget Toulouse geese with their distinctive dewlaps showcased alongside proud cock and hen counterparts. They symbolize diversity within nature itself - each unique yet united under one shared purpose: survival and adaptation. They have long captivated human imagination through artistry inspired by mythologies or observations made on chilly winter days. Whether they are partaking in creation stories or gracing canvases worldwide, these magnificent creatures continue to inspire wonderment among those fortunate enough to witness their grace and beauty.