Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

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8 recent observations

Synonyms #

  • Cisne vulgar (Spanish)
  • Cisne real (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Mute Swan is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Very large white waterbird. It has a long S-shaped neck and an orange bill with a black base and a black knob. It flies with its neck extended and regular, slow wingbeats.

Measurements #

Length: 1.4 - 1.6 m
Wingspan: 2.08 - 2.38 m
Weight: 10 - 12 kg

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