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Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

Photo by Micolo
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Field Notes

Description:

125-155cm
Moults June-Nov when it is flightless for 6-8wks
Breeds after first 3-4years
25000 pairs in Uk
Flourishing partly due to the 1987 Uk ban on the sale of lead fishing weights

Habitat:

Breeds close to lakes with shallow feeding areas,slow flowing rivers and canals.

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