Greylag Geese (Anser anser). Pair, male or gander this side of female, with neck lowered, as he shepherds her from rival male.


Greylag Geese (Anser anser). Pair with male or gander on near side of female, behind, neck extended and lowered, as he shepherds away from a rival, gander or male bird. River Bure. Broadland. Norfolk.


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