Whooper Swan
NameWhooper Swan
Common NameWhooper Swan
Scientific NameCygnus cygnus
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)240
Length (cm)150
Weight (g)10500
Plumage DetailsAdult Whooper Swans have entirely pristine white plumage across their body. Juveniles are initially grey-brown, gradually molting into white over their first year.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, resonant, and far-carrying trumpeting calls, often described as a 'whooping' sound, which is particularly noticeable in flight or during communication between individuals.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, tundra, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in the subarctic and arctic regions of Eurasia, including Iceland, Scandinavia, and across Siberia. It migrates to winter in temperate parts of Europe, Central Asia, China, Japan, and Korea.
Identifying Featureslarge size, all-white plumage, long, straight neck, distinctive yellow and black bill pattern (yellow at base, black at tip)
Description
The Whooper Swan is a large, elegant white swan characterized by its long, graceful neck and a distinctive yellow and black bill. It is typically observed swimming majestically on freshwater bodies, where it primarily forages for aquatic vegetation.
