Tundra Swan

Other names[edit]

Description[edit]

The Tundra Swan has a coat of white feathers though is distinguished by its large, black bill. Yellow lores adorn its eyes while the neck of a Tundra Swan is held straight up.

The Tundra Swan ranges from 1.2 to 1.5 m in size for its length while its wingspan can be up to 2 m.^[1]

Similar species[edit]

Behaviour[edit]

Diet[edit]

Calls[edit]

The Tundra Swan, while in flight, lets out a high-pitched and quivering "oo-oo-whoo" call repeatedly.^[1]

Reproduction[edit]

Distribution/habitat[edit]

Despite being uncommon, the Tundra Swan is found in shallow areas of lakes and wetlands. ^[1]

References[edit]

^ ^a ^b ^c Krista Kagume (2005). Compact Guide to Ontario Birds. Lone Pine Publishing. ISBN 1551054671.

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Projects

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[Ontario-1] Krista Kagume (2005). Compact Guide to Ontario Birds. Lone Pine Publishing. ISBN 1551054671.

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