[Ducks, Geese and Swans of the Pacific Northwest]

Aleutian Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii leucopareia

Cackling Goose: Branta hutchinsii

Cackling geese observed at the pond at Red Sunset Park, Gresham, OR......January 5, 2019. Note the Aleutian cackling goose (with white band at the base of the neck) in the foreground in the image at lower left.

Aleutian Cackling Goose: Branta hutchinsii leucopareia

Aleutian Cackling Goose: Branta hutchinsii leucopareia

Several examples of the Aleutian race of cackling geese observed at Red Sunset Park, Gresham, OR.....November 27, 2025. Note the white markings at the base of the neck. One of the individuals in this group (not shown) appeared to have a radio collar on its neck.
Paul Slichter