Cape Barren Goose
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Cereopsis novaehollandiae
Native of Australia & only seen in captivity in Britain.
Adult's plumage is mostly pale grey with a slight brown tint.
The head is somewhat small in proportion to the body and mostly grey in colour, save for a pale whitish patch on the forehead and crown.
Juveniles are a paler grey with heavier spotting on the wings and scapular feathers than adults.
The call is a rapid, high-pitched honking call, often during takeoff or in flight.
Both sexes make low, pig-like grunting sounds and hisses when alarmed.
Goslings produce whistling distress calls.