Canada geese (Branta canadensis) are big and bulky and generally very determined in whatever they do. They have a bad reputation, probably because they are ubiquitous throughout New York City and they bully most of the other birds. But they can be very fun to watch, as long as you are careful where you walk. You can see videos and photos of their kids on the Ducklings and Goslings page.
Canada goose, Mount Loretto, Staten Island, March 7, 2021
Two of three goslings at Turtle Pond, Central Park, on May 14, 2022
Canada geese over Cunningham Pond, Mount Loretto Unique Area, Staten Island, January 10, 2023
The Big Bullies of the Park
March 5, 2016
Canada geese, Central Park, December 5, 2022