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Birdsong field guide

Upland Goose

Chloephaga picta

The Upland Goose is a large, sexually dimorphic waterfowl species prominent in the grasslands of southern South America, characterized by the stark plumage contrast between males and females.

What it sounds like

Males produce a high-pitched, piping whistle; females emit a low, harsh, rhythmic cackle or quack.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Meena Haribal · ArgentinaCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

This species exhibits extreme sexual dimorphism: males are primarily white with black barred flanks, while females are reddish-brown with similar barring.
They are primarily terrestrial grazers, spending the majority of their time feeding on short grasses and sedges rather than swimming.
Males are highly territorial during the breeding season, often engaging in aggressive displays and physical combat to defend nesting sites.
While they are capable of flight, they are known to be reluctant to take wing, often preferring to run from potential threats.
Two subspecies are recognized: the smaller C. p. picta of the mainland and the larger C. p. leucoptera found on the Falkland Islands.

Habitat

Open grasslands, pastures, meadows, and semi-arid shrublands, often in close proximity to freshwater or coastal areas.

Range

Southern South America, including Patagonia (Chile and Argentina), the Falkland Islands, and South Georgia.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Ashy-headed GooseChloephaga poliocephala Kelp GooseChloephaga hybrida Kelp GooseChloephaga hybrida Ruddy-headed GooseChloephaga rubidiceps

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