1987 National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Conservation Stamp and Print by Robert Bateman 

also known as "Pride of Autumn - Canada Goose"

Published in 1987

Various editions with stamps and medallions

 

"The Canada goose has always been a special bird for the inhabitants of North America. It providied food for the native people and was a most welcome supplement to the diet of the original European settlers. Each autumn, these old and new Americans anxiously awaited the return of the goose from its summer breeding grounds. Feasting and celebration followed, accompanying the serious task of storing meat for the winter.

"Here I have shown a vigilant gander having just emerged from the water, perhaps to do some feeding. In the background, you can see the ripples from mate which just swam by. she will likely come ahore in a moment. Since they mate for life, they are seldom seen very far apart." - R. Bateman