Scientific Name

Alopochen Aegyptiaca

Height

63 - 73 cm

Weight

1 - 4 kg

Lifespan

15 - 25 years

Quantity

N/A

Nickname

N/A

Burung Angsa Mesir

Information

The Egyptian goose is primarily herbivorous but also eats caterpillars and insects. They are good swimmers, but most of their time is spent on land. They typically do not migrate and will only move if there is a shortage of water supply in their area. The Egyptian goose was considered sacred by the ancient Egyptians and often appeared in their artwork. Their popularity as ornamental birds has led to escapes, and wild populations have been established in Western Europe, the United States, and New Zealand.

Eating Habits

The Egyptian goose is primarily herbivorous, feeding on grass, seeds, stems, and leaves from various plants, as well as grains, potatoes, and other types of vegetables. They also eat worms and grasshoppers.

Habitat

The Egyptian goose is widespread across Africa, except in deserts and dense forests. They inhabit a variety of wetland habitats in open areas, including rivers, dams, marshes, lakes, reservoirs, river estuaries, offshore islands, and urban areas. They prefer bodies of water with open shorelines near agricultural land or grasslands where they can graze.

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