As the breeding seasons nears the calm within the winter flocks of Canada Geese breaks down as couples prepare to set up territories.

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As the breeding seasons nears the calm within the winter flocks of Canada Geese breaks down as couples prepare to set up territories. They become very noisy and aggressive within the groups.

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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