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Recordings
Scientific Name
Anser anser rubrirostris
Arabic Name
الإوز الرمادي الشرقي
Kuwaiti name
وز الرمادي
Family
Width
168.0 cm
Length
84.0 cm
Similar species
Information
Rare winter visitor; not recorded annually, and usually in small numbers. Has been observed at inland wetlands and mudflat areas along the coast from November to March. Population movements are influenced by severe winter weather.
Where in Kuwait
Generally found singly or in small flocks in sheltered fresh water pools and wetlands like Jahra Pools Reserve.
In the world
Those in Britain are considered resident, but most from other countries are migratory.
Local threats
Shooting is a threat for Geese and Ducks during passage migration.