A report of wildlife sightings from the western edge of Maidstone, Kent. I note anything of interest in the vicinity of my home in Barming and from walks into work at the East Malling Research Station along the edge of Barming Woods and down to Ditton. Occasionally, when time allows, I get out to Ditton Quarry, a rich habitat hemmed in by residential and industrial developments on one side, but with open countryside on the other.
Friday, 3 February 2012
Mystery goose
Spotted this 'small' goose amongst a Greylag and Canada Goose flock in East Malling today. 1st winter White-fronted??....I'm rubbish at geese!!! Any help appreciated :-)
Hi Adam, looks like White Front to me, nice find locally, I had a flock of 20 over Goudhurst, about 20 years ago, the only ones I've seen inland!!
ReplyDeleteYes, it is a White-fronted Goose, I think. Nice photos.
ReplyDeleteLooks good for a White front Adam, nice find :-)
ReplyDeleteAdam ,
ReplyDeleteNow that three others have confirmed the ID , I think it is a White-fronted Goose too !
Beautiful geese Adam!
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