Blue-winged Goose
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    Blue-winged Goose

    Cyanochen cyanoptera

    Waterbirds
    Near Threatened

    Quick Facts

    Mass2.18 kg

    Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).

    Conservation Status

    Conservation hub
    NT - Near ThreatenedDecreasing population

    Close to qualifying as threatened in the near future.

    The blue-winged goose faces threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and overhunting. While specific recovery programs are limited, conservation efforts focus on protecting its wetland habitats. Responsible safari tourism can help by raising awareness and providing economic incentives for local communities to conserve the natural environment where these geese live.

    The blue-winged goose is a waterfowl species which is endemic to Ethiopia. It is the only member of the genus Cyanochen.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Blue-winged Goose. Sightings recorded in 8 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Bale Mountains National ParkBale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Demaro Controlled Hunting AreaBale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Hanto East Controlled Hunting AreaBale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia
    Rare
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