About Greylag Goose
The greylag goose is a common and widespread species in Iceland and one of
the country’s best-known birds. It inhabits grasslands, wetlands, and lakes.
Greylag geese are social and often form large flocks.
Their diet consists mainly of grasses and vegetation. They breed widely in
Iceland and are an important part of the bird fauna. The species has long
been hunted for food.
Habitat
Fields, wetlands, and lakes
Diet
Grasses, herbs, roots and other plant material.
Nesting habitat
Wetlands, lakes, islands and grassland.
Identification
A large grey-brown goose with an orange or pinkish bill and pink legs.
Distribution
Breeds widely throughout Iceland around wetlands, lakes and grasslands.
Interesting facts
The greylag goose is the most common breeding goose in Iceland.