Larry Griffin Goose Talk

A kid-friendly event exploring connections between different sites celebrating the geese, such as Lindisfarne and D&G, which are celebrated as both host our internationally important barnacle goose and pink-footed goose. Both sites also cater for brent geese from different parts of the Arctic through their provision of safe, high-quality, undisturbed foraging and roosting habitats.

All three species have similar coastal habitat needs for saltmarsh and wet pastures. These migratory goose needs can be contrasted with the year-round needs of our own resident greylag geese, which are often overlooked, misunderstood, and unappreciated by comparison. Yet, they are a rich source of intrigue once we start to shine a light on their yearly exploits and struggles for survival…