About the Kelp Goose
The kelp goose is a species of waterfowl in tribe the Tadornini of the subfamily Anserinae. It is found in Argentina, Chile, and the Falkland Islands.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Chloephaga hybrida |
| Species Codes | kelgoo1, KEGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kelp Goose belong to?
The Kelp Goose (Chloephaga hybrida) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Kelp Goose?
The kelp goose is a species of waterfowl in tribe the Tadornini of the subfamily Anserinae. It is found in Argentina, Chile, and the Falkland Islands....
Where can I report a Kelp Goose sighting?
You can log sightings of Kelp Goose on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kelgoo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl 174 species
More Birds in Order Anseriformes
Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Stats
Anseriformes
Order
174
Species in Family
1,630
iNat Observations
Spotted a Kelp Goose?
Log your sighting on eBird or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier!