Comments on: Synergy- Why do geese fly in a V formation?

By: Odida

Odida — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:44:24 +0000

There has to be a reason why the gees formation is always V and not any other way. If by some strange means “nature” has given them the sense to use the V formation, as well as to know when to and where to go to in time for the weather changes, then I would be surprised if the same “nature” would not endow them with more unknown means such as honking in such a great time of need as when they have to travel long distances.

By: Roma S. Edmonds

Roma S. Edmonds — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:36:25 +0000

Is their a leadership book that has this “V” story in it?

By: Geo.

Geo. — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:04:19 +0000

I had a secondary mystery explained to me by a hick neighbor. We were out walking and saw geese overhead. I asked why, if formation was mere exploitation of aerodynamics, one side of the “V” was always longer than the other. He said, “More geese on that side.”

By: Danny Cris

Danny Cris — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:06:26 +0000

I believe that even the best well-known orthinologist will never be able to understand why birds fly in certain formations. Only when man can actually communicate with the geese should we then be able to understand the mystery behind it. And maybe it’s the unique flight formation that protects them from other big birds of prey like the eagles.

By: Huntz Leineweber

Huntz Leineweber — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 14:25:13 +0000

I can’t believe how some people always have some negative interpretation of facts or legends or myths. The point of the story is not about the geese… Get the message. I can’t speak for this particular author but I can speak as a management consultant. People pulling in the same direction accomplish their goal faster than those who pull in many different directions (physics). The main problem I have experienced is the goal is often not planned very well so…
The second message – stay in formation – in business advises people to “not rock the boat”, “follow the leader” etc… I have observed that this discourages people from speaking up when they see a problem. I encourage everyone to speak up when they see a problem but they must suggest a solution – no fair just complaining.
The third message – to share the workload – simply means to allocate the work so the project completes within the appropriate timeframe. Sometimes it is counter-productive to employ two “experts” to a job one is capable of doing.
The fourth message I’ll interpret as encouragement. Whether geese do it or not showing sincere appreciation goes a long way to keeping people motivated.
The final message I see in two ways – cohesive team and loyalty. I like the cohesive team idea. Loyalty often suggests going along with something you don’t agree with for the sake of the team. I prefer the idea of raising an issue with an alternative solution…
In conclusion, I prefer to take the good from what is said rather than complain about what is wrong with what is said. But a positive alternative interpretation is always beneficial…it can be evaluated against the goal and adopted or dismissed.

By: Tsige

Tsige — Fri, 22 May 2009 09:43:00 +0000

I am surprising how geese fly it is very nice.
I want to have picture of flying geese to the right, I only get flying to the left. If you have it please send me.
thanks

By: Leader of the pack - Science Forums

Leader of the pack - Science Forums — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:14:32 +0000

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By: Jorge

Jorge — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:20:01 +0000

Please send me a picture of the geese flying in a V formation

By: akila

akila — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 06:01:25 +0000

have a video clips

By: Peter Bjorlin

Peter Bjorlin — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:05:42 +0000

I do not think that geese honk to encourage the other geese. It is not very common for geese to think the way we do. I believe that geese honk to let the front goose know if anyone falls behind or if he is going to fast. Geese honking to encourage is not a very logical reason. And how could scientist know what they are saying. I am a hunter and I call the geese, and ducks in so i can hunt them. I study what i hear from them and it doesn’t seem to be encouraging. That is just what i believe. If you think any different let me know. I will be comming back to this site often to see what you think.