Orinoco Goose Neochen jubata
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:
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