Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Swan Goose
Anser cygnoides
Swan Or Goose?
Its name might be confusing but this large goose is named for its long, swan-like neck.
Vegetarian Goose
The swan goose often grazes on land, feeding exclusively on plants. Farmers sometimes use the domesticated form of this goose for weeding their crops.
Range: Russia, Mongolia and China
Habitat: Floodplains, marshy meadows, riverbeds, steppes and mountainous areas
Status: Threatened
Although swan geese were once at an endangered status, their population is still vulnerable to habitat loss and unsustainable levels of hunting.
Erected by Saint Louis Zoo.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 38° 38.154′ N, 90° 17.389′ W. Marker is in St. Louis, Missouri. It is in Forest Park. Marker can be reached from Wells Drive west of Concourse Drive, on the right. The marker stands on the grounds of the St. Louis Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Government Dr, Saint Louis MO 63110, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Threats and Solutions (within shouting distance of this marker); Why Are These Rocks Important?
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Credits. This page was last revised on March 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 28, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 56 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 28, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
