The Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) is a nomadic swan species that mainly breeds in the southeast and southwest regions of Australia; they have erratic migration patterns that are altered by climatic conditions. They are characterized by their black plumage and red bills, and when swimming, they hold their necks arched or erect, and the feathers or wings are raised in an aggressive display. Originally introduced to various countries as ornamental birds in the 1800s, the species escaped and formed stable populations. The black swan is almost exclusively herbivorous consuming mostly aquatic and marshland plants, but there can be some regional and seasonal variation.
The Black Swan has a wingspan in the range of 63”-79” (160-201 cm) and total weight of 8.2-19.8 lb (3.7-9 kg). The body of the Black Swan has an overall length between 43.3”-55.9” (110-142 cm), body width of 9.4”-12.6” (24-32 cm), and standing height of roughly 24”-30.7” (61-78 cm). The typical lifespan of the Black Swan is between 12-40 years.
The Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) is a nomadic swan species that mainly breeds in the southeast and southwest regions of Australia; they have erratic migration patterns that are altered by climatic conditions. They are characterized by their black plumage and red bills, and when swimming, they hold their necks arched or erect, and the feathers or wings are raised in an aggressive display. Originally introduced to various countries as ornamental birds in the 1800s, the species escaped and formed stable populations. The black swan is almost exclusively herbivorous consuming mostly aquatic and marshland plants, but there can be some regional and seasonal variation.
The Black Swan has a wingspan in the range of 63”-79” (160-201 cm) and total weight of 8.2-19.8 lb (3.7-9 kg). The body of the Black Swan has an overall length between 43.3”-55.9” (110-142 cm), body width of 9.4”-12.6” (24-32 cm), and standing height of roughly 24”-30.7” (61-78 cm). The typical lifespan of the Black Swan is between 12-40 years.
