These nursery groups, or creches, provide protection for the chicks (safety in numbers) and teach them how to work as a group (important during migration). Usually one pair tends the crèche while the other parents remain nearby.
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They are very good at looking after their young. Im afraid that means too many Canada geese in Bedford. Your photo illustrates your explanatory narrative so well.
