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A CLOSER LOOK
A reference overview
The mute swan (Cygnus olor) is a species of swan and a member of the family Anatidae within the waterfowl order. It is native to much of Europe and parts of Asia and (as a rare winter visitor) the far north of Africa. It is an introduced species in North America, home to the largest populations outside of its native range, with additional smaller introductions in Australasia and Southern Africa.
Overview excerpt from Wikipedia contributors · Mute swan, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Excerpt may be shortened. Overview retrieved 2026-10-09.
