Bird
Canada Goose
The honking V-formation flyer
Family Anatidae
Anatidae is a taxonomic family in the order Anseriformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 3 of its members: Canada Goose, Swan and Mallard. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Anatidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada Goose Branta canadensis | 5 kg | 1 m | 90 km/h | 24 yrs | North America | Least Concern |
| Swan Cygnus olor | 12 kg | 1.5 m | 80 km/h | 20 yrs | Europe, Asia | Least Concern |
| Mallard Anas platyrhynchos | 1.1 kg | 58 cm | 88 km/h | 8 yrs | North America, Europe, Asia, Africa | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
