Whooper swan

Cygnus cygnus

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Brief #

All white with variable bill pattern that always shows more yellow than black.

Synonyms #

  • Cisne cantor (Spanish)
  • Cisne bravo (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Whooper swan is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

All white plumage, has an angular head shape and a variable bill pattern that always shows more yellow than black.

Measurements #

Length: 1.4 - 1.6 m
Wingspan: 2.05 - 2.35 m
Weight: 9 - 11 kg

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