Egyptian Goose

← Back to the app

Alopochen aegyptiaca

Egyptian Goose, a reference photo
Photo: Charles J. Sharp · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) is an African member of the Anatidae family including ducks, geese, and swans. Because of its popularity chiefly as an ornamental bird, the species has also been introduced to Europe, the United States, and elsewhere outside its natural range. Egyptian geese were regularly represented in ancient Egyptian art.

From Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Egyptian Goose being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Anseriformes
Family
Anatidae
Species
Alopochen aegyptiaca

Found one? Take a photo and B.inomen will suggest what it is, free.

Check your photo

More species