Canada Goose
About canada goose hunting
The Canada goose is a non-native species with an increasing population in Norway. The hunt is conducted the same way as for greylag goose, with stand hunting and decoys.
It is easier to hunt than the greylag goose because it is less wary and tends to stay near freshwater and parks. The best areas are around lakes and rivers in the lowlands.
Hunting early in the season, in August and September, is most productive. Later in autumn, the birds can become more wary and harder to approach.
Hunting Season
10 Aug – 23 Dec
Weight
3–5 kg
Distribution
The Canada goose is an introduced species that has established itself across much of Southern Norway, especially around the Oslofjord, in Rogaland and in Trøndelag. The population is growing.
Terrain
Lowland lakes, rivers and parks. The Canada goose thrives near fresh water and grazes on grassland and farmland. It is less wary than the greylag and is often found near settlements.
Identification
Black head and neck with a white chin strap. Brown body. Larger than the greylag goose.
Hunting Tips
The Canada goose is less wary than the greylag. Search along lowland lakes and rivers.
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