Geese Migration at its Peak

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This is from Nov 2, I thought it might be useful for future reference as to peak migration times.MHSC



Geese Migration at its Peak


Updated: 6:08 PM Nov 2, 2006


<!--numParagraphs : 6 --> State wildlife officials say the Canadian geese migration south is at its peak right now.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says recent cold temperatures have brought snow and ice to geese breeding grounds in Canada, forcing the last remaining birds south to Wisconsin.


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The DNR says the best time to watch these geese take flight as they forage for food is during the first two hours of daylight in the morning and the last two hours in the afternoon.


The agency says tundra swans also are on the move through the state and duck hunters need to be careful of their targets.
AP

http://www.nbc15.com/news/headlines/4553881.html

 

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Re: Geese Migration at its Peak

I live in south central Texas. This weekend we have seen an unending river of all sorts of migratory birds flying south. I know full well that the recently harvested corn and rice fields are full of resting and grazing geese and ducks at night. Just wonder what sort of goodies they are leaving behind before they go...