Goose Hugs - Canada Goose Mating Behavior Wood Print

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Observing a mated pair of Canada Geese during mating season...

I think this may be my favorite image out of the entire Canada Geese mating series!

After tossing water all over his mate while flapping his wings dry, the Gander lowered his wings for a moment leaving them spread wide, almost as if he was going to hug her. Although brief, it seemed affectionate and intentional. It was not part of the Gander's wing-flapping sequence to dry out.

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I'm a travel photographer that enjoys photographing United States architecture, nature, and transportation. As the 8th photographer in 4 generations of my family, I don't remember a time when photography was not part of my life. By the time I was five years old, I was standing on a stool in the darkroom, helping my dad develop pictures. It was my job to transfer the photos from the hypo to the water bath. I went to college for interior design. After I graduated, I had a long successful career as an art buyer and designer for a large home furnishings company. In 2006, I had a significant life change. My husband became a medical traveler, and I decided to put my career on hold to tag along. In the process, I found my roots again. What...