When a family of Egyptian Geese found themselves stranded and facing the dangerous task of crossing a busy road, concerned citizens sprang into action. SAWRC volunteers Jenette and Lynette responded swiftly, carefully guiding the goslings and their parents to reach the safety of a nearby pan.
Johannesburg, South Africa (06 January 2025) – All hearts beat the same and every family -whether feathered, furry, scaly or otherwise- deserves safety and a helping hand in times of trouble and uncertainty.
Members of the South African Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (SAWRC) didn’t hesitate to come through for a family of Egyptian Geese, which they had noticed trying to move their goslings to the closest body of water.
Onlookers Brian, Salome, and Davine were determined to ensure the little ones’ safety after they landed in a garden from a high nesting tree and called the centre for help.
SAWRC volunteers Jenette and Lynette responded swiftly, carefully guiding the goslings in a secure cage, while the anxious parents flew ahead as they navigated a 1km walk.
“Whilst the distance was not insurmountable for the tiny birds, the route presented a dangerous challenge: crossing the very busy Great North Road, where traffic speeds rarely dip below ‘floor it’,” shared SAWRC.
What followed was a cautious and nerve-wracking escort to safety. The crossing of Great North Road was especially tense. The adult geese, distressed about their young, flew ahead, landing on the main road dangerously close to the rushing traffic, narrowly missing getting hit.
“Onlookers stopped to observe the commotion, with some offering words of encouragement.
“The walk continued slowly but steadily, with both parent geese staying close by, seemingly beginning to understand that the rescuers were helping their young. Their constant calls of reassurance kept the goslings calm as the group approached the pan,” SAWRC detailed.
Finally, reaching the safety of a nearby pan, the goslings were released. The heartwarming reunion of the family, with the parents swiftly reuniting with their young before swimming off, brought immense relief and joy to all involved.
A sweet rescue and an even sweeter reminder of how small acts of kindness can lead to extraordinary moments!
Sources: South African Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
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