The Alps were formed 23 to 34 million years ago when the African and Eurasian tectonic plates collided. The mountain range extends as an arc for about 800 kilometers stretching from Southern France to Slovenia. Austria, situated in the middle of the Alps, has more than 30% of its area situated at an altitude of 500 meters or more.
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Anser anser - Domesticated geese in Europe and North America stem from the greylag goose, also known as the wild goose. Geese are grazing birds and usually take advantage of sharing pastures with other grazers, especially cows. The cows graze on the longer grass while the geese prefer nibbling on the shorter grass. The greylag will also eat grain, roots, and leafy vegetables. Grass in itself is not a nutritious food and the greylag must dedicate a greater percentage of its time to finding and eating enough food to meet their needs.
