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Black Swan (Cygnus atratus)

Black Swan (Cygnus atratus)
Black Swan (Cygnus atratus)

About Black Swan (Cygnus atratus)

  • Kingdom: Animals
  • Phylum: Chordates
  • Class: Birds
  • Order: Anseriformes
  • Family: Swans, Geese, and Ducks

The black swan is a large waterbird, a species of swan which breeds mainly in the southeast and southwest regions of Australia. Within Australia, the black swan is nomadic, with erratic migration patterns dependent on climatic conditions. It is a large bird with black plumage and a red bill. It is a monogamous breeder, with both partners sharing incubation and cygnet-rearing duties.

Source: Wikipedia

Visits

  • 2012-01-11

    Manapouri, New Zealand
  • 2012-01-13

    Otago Peninsula / Dunedin, New Zealand
    Image from 2012-01-13
  • 2012-01-19

    Mata Kopee Lagoon, New Zealand
  • 2012-11-20

    Sydney - Centennial Park, Australia
    Image from 2012-11-20
  • 2016-02-22

    Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore
  • 2017-11-25

    London, England
  • 2023-04-03

    King's Park and Botanic Garden, Australia
  • 2023-04-12

    Lake Seppings, Australia