POPULATION DENSITY
As they migrate north to the tundra, Snow geese gather in flocks of tens of thousands, feeding on left over grain in farm fields. The Skagit Valley is a well known location for observing these massive flocks, not just for people, but also for Bald Eagles. This time of year, eagles gather to prey on young and injured geese. Every time an eagle would fly by to survey the flock, the geese erupt into flight. This proves to be a good tactic to confuse and disorient the eagles, as well as human observers...
Snow Geese - Skagit Valley, Washington
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