THE ANIMALS
Black Swan
BLACK SWAN
Cygnus atratus
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.
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⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE - TEMPORARY CLOSURES
• Isola Madre: closed for the entire day on Saturday, August 30, 2025
• Rocca di Angera: early closure on Sunday, August 31 and Friday, September 12, 2025 (castle closed at 4:30 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM)
• Isola Bella: Saturday, September 6, early closure for private event (ticket office and last entry at 12:00 PM, palace closed at 12:30 PM, garden at 1:00 PM)
We apologize for any inconvenience.