Red-breasted Goose

🔍 Overview

A stunning scarce winter visitor, usually seen among flocks of Brent or Barnacle Geese. Some may be of captive origin.

🪶 Key Identification Features

Compact goose with bold black, white, and red plumage

Red face and breast bordered with white

Small bill, fast flight

🗺️ Habitat & Distribution

Occasionally recorded at Pagham Harbour, Cuckmere Haven, or Rye Harbour in mid-winter, often with dark-bellied Brent Geese.

🎶 Voice & Behaviour

High-pitched squeaky calls. Tends to remain within mixed goose flocks, sometimes difficult to pick out.