Nama Saintifik

Cygnus atratus

Tinggi

1.1 - 1.4 m (adults)

Berat

3.7 - 9 kg

Jangka Hayat

6 - 13 years

Jumlah

N/A

Nama Samaran

N/A

Black Swan

Maklumat

The Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) is a large waterbird primarily found in the southeastern and southwestern regions of Australia. It is known for its black feathers and red bill. The Black Swan has a long neck and is the bird with the longest neck among all swan species. In Australia, the Black Swan is a nomad, with an unpredictable migratory pattern depending on climate conditions. It swims with one foot while keeping the other extended over its tail to facilitate quick directional changes while swimming.

Tabiat Pemakanan

The Black Swan is a herbivore. Its diet consists of algae and weeds obtained by plunging its long neck into the water to a depth of up to 1 meter. Occasionally, they graze on land, but they prefer swimming and foraging in the water.

Habitat

The Black Swan is naturally found across southeastern and southwestern Australia as well as Tasmania. They have also been introduced to New Zealand, ornamental ponds, and lakes in Western Europe, Japan, and Singapore. They prefer shallow lakes, ponds, and wetlands during the breeding season.

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