After doing some research we found that the Egyptian goose is native to Africa, not North America. Images of the goose were often found in Egyptian writings, and were considered sacred. They prefer almost any wetland areas especially if they are open areas. They feed on grasses, seeds, leaves, and plant stems, but occasionally will eat small insects or worms.

Although they usually travel in pairs, this little female was alone. Females tend to “honk” while the males tend to hiss. This morning, she honked.

Here is a picture of her I took this morning using a flash …

Egyptian Goose

She’s appeared in our lives for a reason, now I have to figure out why.

Snowy Egret

Mama Alligator

Baby Alligator