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Hawaiian Goose
Branta sandvicensis

Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis). Picture taken in Gardens at Crandon Park Foundation, Miami, Florida, 2001.
Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis)

DISTRIBUTION:

The Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis) is natural to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known as “nene”.


EVOLUTION:

Suspected to descend from the same lineage as the Canada Goose, evolving in a different direction over tine.


STATUS:

This species came very close to disappearing. In 1947 it had an estimated total population of 50 birds, including captive and wild birds. Although it remains a species of concern, its numbers have increased considerable.


Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis). Picture taken in Gardens at Crandon Park Foundation, Miami, Florida, 2001.
Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis)

HABITAT:

Prefers semi arid regions, where the land is covered by lava and vegetation is scarce.


ELEVATION:

From sea level to 3,000 meters (almost ten thousand feet).


REPRODUCTION:

Nesting season starts from August to September. The usual clutch is from three to five eggs. Incubation takes about 29 days and is done by the female. The male stays nearby and defends the nest. The youngsters fly from 10 to 12 weeks.


DESCRIPTION:

Males are slightly bigger, reaching an average weight of 2.2 Kg. (almost 5 pounds) and a length of 56 to 71 cm (22 to 28 inches).


OTHER NAMES:

The Hawaiian Goose in Spanish is called “Barnacla Hawaiano” and “Nené”.


Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis). Picture in Gardens at Crandon Park Foundation, Miami, Florida, 2001.
Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis)


Our thanks to
Gardens at Crandon Park Foundation, Miami, Florida, USA
for allowing us to take pictures in their gardens.


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