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Learn about the four species of swans that live in the UK, their characteristics, behaviour and distribution. See stunning photos and listen to their calls of these majestic waterbirds.
Swans of the UK: identifying different species, behaviours, and when to see them - Discover Wildlife. Birder and author Stephen Moss explains which species are regularly seen here (and which species has been introduced), and their habits and behaviour.
Guide to swans in the UK, including their history, where they live, species ID and folklore.
- Trumpeter Swan. Trumpeter Swans can be spotted in Ohio all year. They are recorded in 6% of summer checklists and 2% of winter checklists submitted by bird watchers for the state.
- Mute Swan. Mute Swans are non-native species in Ohio that can be spotted in the state all year. They appear in up to 2% of summer and winter checklists.
- Tundra Swan. Tundra Swans spend winter in Ohio from October to May and occur in 2% of checklists at this time. Tundra Swans have entirely white bodies with long necks and black legs and feet.
- Whooper Swan. Whooper Swans are extremely rare in Ohio, but there have been recent sightings in the state. The Whooper Swan (pronounced hooper swan) is also known as the Common Swan.
Learn about the three native swan species in the UK: mute, whooper and Bewick's, and how to identify them. Discover the threats they face and how WWT is working to protect them and their habitats.
May 21, 2024 · Learn about swans, the largest waterfowl species of the subfamily Anserinae, family Anatidae. Find out their characteristics, distribution, behavior, and conservation status.
Learn about the six species of swan, their scientific names, habitats, diets, breeding behaviors, and conservation status. Find out how IFAW works to protect swans and their ecosystems from human threats.
