Recent observations...

I was recently at the Baptist Nassau Hospital walking around waiting for an appointment. Two geese were feeding on the lawn under a tree when two other geese were honking from the air. The two under the tree suddenly laid down and lowered their heads and necks to the ground like they were trying to hide themselves. The flying geese landed nearby and the two pair began their feeding routine. Unusual witnessed behavior for me.

I’m seeing more and more pairs of geese and assume any groups are juveniles that are dating or single hoping for a future mate. Of course, there could be a few in the mix that are beyond their egg laying years too.

I’m also seeing singles scattered around and.believe them to be ganders hanging around feeding while the goose is nearby building or rebuilding her nest. Once she starts laying an egg a day the gander will be closer in case any predators get too close so he can lure them away.

One more. I believe I have discovered a nest near my house and hidden from view of anyone looking in that direction. There are many who could possible see if they were looking for a goose sitting on a nest.