Bewick's Swan
Bewick's Swan
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The Bewick's Swan is the Eurasian counterpart to the Tundra Swan, often considered a subspecies. It is a migratory swan of the Arctic tundra, identified by its variable yellow-and-black bill pattern, distinct from the Trumpeter Swan.
Where to spot
Breeds on the Arctic tundra of Siberia; winters in temperate Europe, Central Asia, and East Asia, favoring wetlands, lakes, and coastal areas.
How to spot
Look for its smaller size relative to the Whooper Swan. Key identification is the bill pattern: predominantly yellow with a black tip and base, though the amount of yellow varies greatly. Listen for its higher-pitched, yelping calls, similar to the Tundra Swan.
When to spot
Primarily observed during spring and fall migration, and in wintering grounds where they can be seen in large flocks on open water.
Where to spot
Breeds on the Arctic tundra of Siberia; winters in temperate Europe, Central Asia, and East Asia, favoring wetlands, lakes, and coastal areas.
How to spot
Look for its smaller size relative to the Whooper Swan. Key identification is the bill pattern: predominantly yellow with a black tip and base, though the amount of yellow varies greatly. Listen for its higher-pitched, yelping calls, similar to the Tundra Swan.
When to spot
Primarily observed during spring and fall migration, and in wintering grounds where they can be seen in large flocks on open water.
The pattern of yellow and black on a Bewick's Swan's bill is unique to each individual, like a fingerprint, allowing researchers to identify and track individual birds.
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