Ethologie der Graugans (1950)

The film gives a survey on innate behaviour patterns of the grey-lag goose. The first part shows reproductive behaviour. In the second part some behaviour patterns of gosling being imprinted on their human foster parent are shown: following reaction, separation of two flocks according to their imprinting, response to the alarm call and landing "by order" of the flying young.

Director: Konrad Lorenz
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date:
Production: Institut für den wissenschaftlichen Film (IWF)
Country: Germany
Language: No Language
Original Language: de

Keywords

black and white, goose, short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ethologie der Graugans about?
The film gives a survey on innate behaviour patterns of the grey-lag goose. The first part shows reproductive behaviour. In the second part some behaviour patterns of gosling being imprinted on their human foster parent are shown: following reaction, separation of two flocks according to their imprinting, response to the alarm call and landing "by order" of the flying young.
Who directed Ethologie der Graugans?
Ethologie der Graugans was directed by Konrad Lorenz.
How long is Ethologie der Graugans?
Ethologie der Graugans has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
What genre is Ethologie der Graugans?
Ethologie der Graugans is a Documentary film.
Where was Ethologie der Graugans produced?
Ethologie der Graugans was produced in Germany.