Bar-headed Goose

Anser indicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae

About

The bar-headed goose is a goose that breeds in Central Asia in colonies of thousands near mountain lakes and winters in South Asia, as far south as peninsular India. It lays three to eight eggs at a time in a ground nest. It is known for the extreme altitudes it reaches when migrating across the Himalayas.

Fun Fact

It lays three to eight eggs at a time in a ground nest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is high-altitude lakes in central Asia, where the bird grazes on short grass.

Diet

Feeds on barley, rice and wheat, and may damage crops.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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