Canada geese are long-distance migrants, flying thousands of miles each year between their breeding grounds in the north and their wintering grounds in the south. This migration is triggered by changes in day length and temperature, and is an innate behavior that is passed down from generation to generation.
Mating
Canada geese mate for life, and pairs typically stay together for many years. Mating occurs in the spring, and the female goose will lay a clutch of eggs in a nest that she has built on the ground. The male goose will help to protect the nest and the eggs, and both parents will care for the young goslings once they hatch.
Feeding
Canada geese are herbivores, and their diet consists mainly of grasses, leaves, and seeds. They will also eat insects and small fish. Canada geese are opportunistic feeders, and will often feed in fields, parks, and other open areas.
Social Behavior
Canada geese are social animals, and they live in flocks that can range in size from a few dozen birds to several hundred birds. Flocks are typically led by a dominant male and female, and the geese will work together to defend their territory and find food.
Communication
Canada geese communicate with each other using a variety of vocalizations, including honking, cackling, and whistling. These vocalizations are used to convey a variety of messages, such as danger, food, and mating.