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Whistling Swans Swans

The Whistling Swan and the Bewick's Swan are known as Tundra Swans. They are called Whistling Swans not because of their call but because of a high-pitched sound made by their wings whilst in filght.

Size

Typical Adult is 115-150cm (45-59in).

Food

Mainly aquatic plants, leaves, roots stems, but will also graze on grasses, and grain. They will also eat animal matter such as aquatic insects, larvae, and freshwater molluscs.

Habitat/Range

Lakes, marshes, estuaries in the Arctic tundra region of coastal Alaska, and northern Canada. Winters down the Pacific coast to mid-California, and down Atlantic coast from Maryland to South Carolina, also in the Great Lakes.

Breeding

Mid-May in coastal tundra regions.

Eggs

5 to 6 (creamy white colour).


River Cottage's collection of Swans changes regularly. Please visit us regularly to keep up-to-date with our flock

 

 

£6000 per pair

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Note: All birds are subject to availability and we reserve the right to alter prices as the market and our costs dictate. Viewing is strictly by appointment. Please contact us for futher details