Both geese and geese are birds that usually live near water, but there are some significant differences between them:
Classification of species
GeeseIt usually refers to birds belonging to the subfamily Wild Goose, such as the grey goose. They are mostly migratory birds and migrate long distances each year.
Big gooserefers to one or more specific goose breeds, usually belonging to the genus Goose. The term big goose may refer to a larger breed of domestic goose or wild goose.
Body type and appearance
GeeseThey are usually slightly smaller than geese, with longer necks and longer wings, making them suitable for long-distance flights. Feathers vary in color, with the most common being gray, white, and black.
Big gooseIt is large in size, with a short and thick neck and relatively wide wings. Domestic goose feathers are usually white, but there are also gray and black varieties.
Habits
GeeseIt is a migratory bird that migrates every year according to the seasons. They have a more natural habit in the wild, and their diet consists mainly of aquatic plants, seeds, and small invertebrates.
Big goose, domestic geese, in particular, have been domesticated by humans and are mainly used for the production of meat, eggs, and down. Their range of activity is usually limited by the environment provided by humans, and most of the food is provided by humans.
Behavioral traits
GeeseIt has a strong migratory instinct and strong flight ability, usually flying in groups, migrating in a V-shaped or one-line formation.
Big gooseBehavioral traits are more dependent on humans, and although they also exhibit sociality, they are more domesticated and dependent in comparison.
Scream
There is also a difference between the cries of geese and geese, with geese and geese usually having a more high-pitched call and geese having a deeper call.
Distribution
GeeseThey can be found in a variety of ecosystems, including wetlands, rivers and lakes in North America, Europe and Asia, depending on the species.
Big gooseRaised mainly by humans, the distribution depends on agricultural activities, and although wild goose species exist, most of the geese are domestic.
Although geese and geese have certain similarities in appearance, they have obvious differences in classification, living habits, and behavioral characteristics.