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The Barnacle Family
NoSpringChicken

The Barnacle Family (Branta leucopsis)

A family of Barnacle Geese on the scrape at Minsmere on Sunday. I have never seen them this close before. I like the way the goslings are already displaying signs of the distinctive head patterns. Ron
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Habitat
Coastal wetland
Location
Minsmere, Suffolk
Date taken
29/6/08
Scientific name
Branta leucopsis
Equipment used
Olympus E-510 + ED 70-300
NoSpringChicken
LOL Ken. I suppose it does sound a bit like the 'Partridge Family'. I hadn't thought of that. Thanks for the comments everyone. Ron
 

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