How long does Tule geese migration generally take to move south for the winter?

• A. One day
• B. About four days
• C. Two weeks
• D. Several hours

Answer: (B)

Migrants like Tule geese move in stages rather than flying nonstop from start to finish. They cruise for portions of the day, then rest to feed and roost, and they often ride winds that help them cover distance efficiently. Because of this pattern, the total journey south for winter generally unfolds over several days rather than in a single stretch. If you think about daily travel in the hundreds of miles with occasional rests, a typical southern migration tends to take around four days. That fits the idea of a steady, practical pace rather than an all-at-once sprint, and also isn’t as long as two weeks or as short as a few hours or one day.