Unlike most terrestrial geese, the Brant is a "sea goose" almost exclusively associated with coastal marine environments. Brant Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Their backs and wings are typically dark gray-brown, while their under-tail and vent areas are pure white. Subspecies Differences: brant goose
Brants are compact geese with short necks and stubby black bills. Unlike most terrestrial geese, the Brant is a
Much darker overall, with a soot-black belly and larger, more prominent white neck markings. Habitat and Diet Much darker overall, with a soot-black belly and
They have a black head and neck with a distinctive white "necklace" or patch on the sides of the neck.
The ( Branta bernicla ), also known as the Brent goose in Europe, is a small, coastal waterfowl species about the size of a mallard. Known for its remarkable long-distance migrations, it breeds further north in the high Arctic than any other goose and is famous for its strict reliance on marine habitats and specialized diet. Physical Appearance