RarityFairly Common
Height150 cm
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"The size of the black knob on the bill can help identify individual birds, especially during the breeding season."
Field Guide
Mute Swan
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The Mute Swan is a large, unmistakable waterbird native to Europe and Asia, now found in many regions worldwide due to introductions. Its graceful presence and bold behaviour are a familiar sight on lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers.
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