This large bird has been seen around Strathnaver Drive, and seems to have taken up residence in the ‘rainy season’ lake on the bend. He aha tērā? What is that?
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Answer: it’s a kuihi, greylag goose:
Identification: Length: 80 cm; Weight: 3 kg
Similar species: Cape Barren goose, Canada goose, Mute swan
A large long-necked goose with orange bill and legs. Males are entirely white and females have large greyish brown patches, especially on the neck, lower breast and sides.