Nesting Canada geese stand on guard outside Quebec courthouse – Montreal [Video]

A couple of Canada geese in Laval are settling out of court quite literally.

Over the past week the feathered couple has established a nest right outside the steps of the Laval courthouse.

Three precious eggs have been laid in a municipal planter less than a metre from the main entrance.

The two geese have been affectionately named Lola and Sonny by municipal worker, Peter Claes.

“Why not give them names? When I met them they wouldn’t let me through the door,” Claes said.

“I see them twice a day, It makes me happy. ”

While known to be territorial during nesting it seems ‘Momma Goose’ has gotten used to the busy foot traffic and local stardom.

However the new father to be is always close by, remaining vigilant. Nesting season for the water foul is between late March and early April. The gestation period for Canada geese, on average is about 28 to 30 days.