Breeding and Nesting Habits of the Nene

Breeding Season: November thru June

Location:migrates to lowlands (where vegetation is moisture rich) to breed

Nest:

hollow in ground or down-lined bowl which is well concealed under bushes or surrounded by vegetation fringe

Number Of Eggs: 3-6

Description of Eggs:cream white, 3.36x2.35 inches

Incubation Period:

30 days

Habits Of Mother: when goose leaves nest to feed, she covers eggs with downy feathers

Goslings:brown with whitish markings principally on the under parts,

young are able to run as soon as down dries, though, flightless for 10-12 weeks


This is a nene nest full of eggs. Notice the downy lining the parents prepare for their newborn offspring.