Although they live in La Selva at the Zoo, Orinoco geese tend to steer clear of forests in the wild.

ORIGIN:
Northern South America

HABITAT:
Savannas and river banks

HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
3-4 lbs
Length: 2 ft

DIET:
Leaves and seeds

PREDATORS:
Opossums and birds of prey

NATURAL DEFENSES:

REPRODUCTION:
Nest in trees

THREATS:
Habitat loss

LIFE EXPECTANCY: