Range
Siberia and northern Russia in the summer breeding season. Migrates to the Black Sea coast during winter.

Habitat
Breeds in tundra or scrubby wooded tundra in close proximity to rivers. Prefers high and dry areas on steep river banks, low hills, and rock outcrops. During the non-breeding season it inhabits open steppe and rolling lowland hills.

Conservation Status
Vulnerable

Scientific Name
Branta ruficollis 

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Range
Siberia and northern Russia in the summer breeding season. Migrates to the Black Sea coast during winter.

Habitat
Breeds in tundra or scrubby wooded tundra in close proximity to rivers. Prefers high and dry areas on steep river banks, low hills, and rock outcrops. During the non-breeding season it inhabits open steppe and rolling lowland hills.

Conservation Status
Vulnerable

Scientific Name
Branta ruficollis 

Did You Know?