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Brant

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The Brant is a small species of coastal goose that breeds in the high Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia. It is characterized by its dark sooty-brown body, black head and neck, and a small white patch on the collar. Unlike many other geese, Brants rely heavily on marine habitats and primarily feed on eelgrass and sea lettuce during the winter. Certain populations undertake extensive, non-stop transoceanic migrations to reach their wintering grounds.

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Where does the Brant goose breed?

Brants breed in the high Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia. They migrate south to coastal areas for the nonbreeding season.

What does a Brant look like?

A Brant has a dark sooty-brown body, a black head and neck, and a small white neck patch. It is smaller and more compact than many other geese.

What does the Brant eat?

Brants rely heavily on marine vegetation, especially eelgrass and other coastal plants. This dependence connects their migration to productive estuaries and tidal flats.

Is the Brant a migratory goose?

Yes, it makes long seasonal migrations between Arctic breeding grounds and coastal wintering areas. Different populations use different routes across the North Atlantic and Pacific regions.

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