Picturavis, Angry Canada Goose
Male Canada geese are very aggressive. During mating season they choose a female (if they do not have one, as they are monogamous) and defend her (and later the nest) against all rivals (even other species).
This scene started with a couple sleeping at the edge of the pond, when suddenly a second pair loudly came swimming across to chase the couple away. The couple did not budge, and instead it lead to a long fight about whom the pond belongs to. I was standing right next to them, and they were a) loud and b) scary!
Branta canadensis | Canada goose | Kanadagans
Nikon D500, Sigma 150-600mm C, 420 mm, f6,3, 1/400, ISO 1000, handheld
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