Mute Swan
(Cygnus olor)
| Mute
Swan Information Length: 58 - 60" Habitat: Lakes, ponds (including park ponds), coastal bays, marshes, and other wetland areas. Requires habitat with plentiful aquatic vegetation and large areas of shallow water. |
 Photo © Don DesJardin |
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| Diet:
Mostly aquatic vegetation and algae. Some aquatic insects and crustaceans. |
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 Identification
tips for the Mute Swan |
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| Breeding Map | Winter Map (CBC) | ||
| Additional photos and information: | |||
| Wildlife in Connecticut | |||
| Illustration of Mute Swan, habitat, weight, length, food, identification, range, reproduction, interesting facts, management | |||
| Mike Danzenbaker's Bird Photography | |||
| Photo of Mute Swan family | |||