Snow Goose

The snow goose is a species of goose native to North America. Both white and dark morphs exist, the latter often known as blue goose. Its name derives from the typically white plumage. The species was previously placed in the genus Chen, but is now typically included in the "gray goose" genus Anser.

Scientific name: Anser caerulescens

Mass: 5.8 lbs

Conservation status: Least Concern (Population increasing)

Length: 2.3 ft.

Higher classification: Grey Geese

Rank: Species

Wing span: 59 inches