Mute Swan
OrderAnseriformes
FamilyAnatidae
HabitatLakes
RangeEurope, Asia
Length155 cm
Wingspan240 cm
Weight12000 g
DietHerbivore
About the Mute Swan
The Queen owns all unmarked mute swans in the UK. Can be aggressive, especially with cygnets. Wingspan up to 2.4 meters. They actually do vocalize.
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