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Old 11-19-2002, 08:18 AM   #1
chrisinhouston
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FYI:

FYI:
The mute swan breeds in the British Isles, north central Europe and north central Asia. It winters as far south as North Africa, the Near East, and to northwest India and Korea. It has been successfully introduced in North America, where it is a widespread species. It is a common breeding species and permanent resident in various locations throughout Michigan.

Physical Characteristics
Mass: 9 to 13 kg.
The mute swan is a large bird, measuring 57-62 inches. The wingspan is 7-8 feet. The two sexes are alike in appearance, except that the male is generally larger than the female. Its plumage is white, and it is best distinguished from North American swans by the knob at the base of its upper bill, and the color of the bill itself--orange, with the tip and base colored black. The head and neck of the swans may sometimes be stained brown from water and mud containing iron.
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