Ducks vs Goose



Goose and ducks are considered to be waterfowl that enjoys spending time on lakes or ponds. They belong to the family of Anatidae. Apart from their usual fluffy and light hues feathers, they exude different behavior and patterns.

Goose

Goose are largely sized and usually noted to make a honking noise or call. Those non-domesticated type are migratory and usually fly to far places to look for suitable habitat especially during the changes in the season. It is also noted that since these geese travels everywhere, some people get annoyed by their droppings especially when it comes into consideration for the bacteria that it may have. They are also herbivores.

Duck

Ducks are physically smaller than goose and usually has that “quack” sound when they call. Most of the duck species don’t migrate and they just stay within a specific area. They usually have long and broad structure and long necked though not as long as their other aquatic bird counterparts. Ducks also come in many interesting colors, though a typical duck has white feathers.

Difference between Ducks and Goose

They have their differences when it comes to their eating patterns. Goose are known to be vegetarians, prefers a diet from shrubs and grasses, while ducks eat insects, fish and even amphibians. They also have a difference in the webbing in their toes, goose has more web as compared to the ducks. Also the nostrils of the ducks are very high up in their bills while the geese’s nostrils are very low down in their bills. Ducks are also more used domestically, apart from their usage for their feathers, they are also quite useful for their meat and eggs. They are usually bred in Asian countries.

Known for their weird honking and quack calls, these fowls have endeared themselves to the people, enough for them to be domesticated. They do also provide numerous usages for economic purposes. But apart from that, these colorful birds not only provide practical usage but also entertainment for the eyes.