Mute Swans
The scientific name for the mute swan is Cygnus
Olor . Mute swans are very large, long necked
waterfowl. Mute swans have an orange bill with
a black knob at the base. The neck of a mute swan
is often held in an “S” shape.
Mute swans live in ponds, lakes and parks. The
mute swan is an Old World species that was introduced
into North America. The mute swan is mostly found
on the east coast and great lakes.
Mute swans will hiss, in an effort to protect
themselves and their young. Mute swans also have
very powerful bills.
Mute swans eat aquatic plants, indigenous to
their habitat.
Like other swans the mute swan breeds near water.
Mute swans build a large nest with plant materials
and typically lay 4-6 eggs at a time. The female
mute swan keeps teh eggs warm and the eggs are
hatched 34-38 days. The young swans will often
leave their nest but remain close to their parents
for 4 months.
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