Black Swan

Class

Birds

 

Order

Anseriformes

 

Family

Anatidae

 

Habitat

Lakes, rivers and marshy areas covered with vegetation. Native to Australia

 

Diet

Aquatic and terrestrial plants, sometimes also insects

 

Curiosity

Monogamous species, forms a stable bond for life. During courtship, the spectacular "triumph ceremony" takes place to strengthen the pair against other swans. An adult swan can weigh from 4 to 8 kg.