Hawaiian Goose (Nene) Animal Pictures

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Adult Nene or Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis) with three chicks walking on green lawn in Mauna Kea, Hawai. Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.

Hawaiian goose
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Choosing a goose as your spirit animal aids in bravery.

Hawaiian goose
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the nene is a very endangered species on the hawaiian islands

Hawaiian goose
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The Nene, or Hawaiin Goose, is an endemic species found only on the islands of Hawaii. This individual has a band on its leg that scientists use to identify and track it, to help protect the species.

Hawaiian goose

Hawaiian goose
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Endangered Hawaiian Goose: Nene on the slopes of Haleakala National Park (Wild bird, not zoo shot)