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Trumpeter Swan
Cygnus buccinator
45.3002, -93.7759
Field Notes
Description:
Trumpeter swans are the largest waterfowl in North America. These big birds may weigh as much as 32 lbs. and have powerful wings that span about 6 feet. They are white with black bills and feet.
Habitat:
Trumpeters in Minnesota use wintering areas on open water on larger river systems, such as the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers. During warmer months they are found in wetlands.
Notes:
Typically, these birds fly with their short, black legs and feet trailing out to nearly the end of the tail. This was an exceptionally cold morning, however, and they have them tucked up and forward to take advantage of the insulating feathers.
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Trumpeter Swan
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 4, 2012
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