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In 2004, the American Ornithologists’ Union identified two species of geese from the one species previously referred to as the Canada Goose: the Canada Goose and the Cackling Goose. In Canada, the Mid-continent Population of Cackling Geese includes all Cackling Geese nesting in the Arctic ecozone north of the tree line; these mostly migrate through the prairies to winter mainly in areas of the Central and Mississippi Flyways. The Cackling Goose national population has increased significantly since the 1970’s. Total numbers of Cackling Geese are however difficult to estimate with traditional survey techniques, due to the extensive size and the remoteness of their breeding range, and intermixing with Canada Geese on their wintering grounds. However, population estimates are derived through banding data and harvest estimates. This species has been identified as a priority for conservation and/or stewardship in one or more Bird Conservation Region Strategies in Canada.
There is no conservation concern for Cackling Geese as the population shows an increasing trend. Estimated harvests of Cackling Geese in the Canadian Prairies have been relatively stable.
Environment and Climate Change Canada and partners have developed Bird Conservation Region Strategies in each of Canada’s Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs). In these strategies, selected species are identified as priorities for one or more of the following reasons:
Select any of the sub-regions below to view the BCR strategy for additional details.