Born in a Library: A Goose’s Unlikely Nest

In a surprising turn of events, a Canada goose decided to lay her eggs in a flowerpot on the fifth-floor terrace of a public library in the U.S. Despite the cold wind and the unusual setting, she stayed to protect and warm her eggs. When the goslings finally hatched, she calmly led them into the library, where animal services safely relocated the new family to a better environment.


This story made me feel both amazed and touched. It’s not every day that you hear about baby geese being born in a place full of books and quiet study spaces. I admire the mother goose’s bravery and determination—choosing such a high and unusual spot, and then caring for her babies so patiently. Her instincts were powerful, even in a completely unnatural environment.


To me, this story is a reminder of how nature always finds a way, even in the middle of human spaces. It also shows the deep bond between a mother and her young, and the courage it takes to protect what matters most. The idea of baby geese being “born in a library” is not only funny, but also strangely poetic—as if their first home was a place of knowledge and safety.


I love imagining those little goslings growing up and telling others that they were born in a library, surrounded by books and wisdom. It’s a story that blends nature, determination, and a bit of humor. And in a world that often moves too fast, moments like these remind us to pause and appreciate the unexpected beauty around us—even if it comes in the form of a goose on a rooftop.