Tundra Swan

6 days ago door Lisa Duggan

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Spotted

Bewick's Swan is a smaller, migratory swan with an elegant neck and a black bill marked with a distinctive patch of yellow or orange, varying individually.

Where to spot

Breeds in the Arctic tundra of Russia, migrating to winter in Northwestern Europe, particularly the UK, Netherlands, and Germany. Look for them in wetlands, flooded fields, and estuaries.

How to spot

Distinguish from Whooper Swan by its smaller size, shorter neck, and the yellow/orange on its bill not extending as far as the nostrils, being more rounded and limited to the base of the bill. Listen for their higher-pitched, yelping calls.

When to spot

Best observed during the winter months (October to March) in their European wintering grounds. Migration periods in autumn and spring also offer opportunities.

Where to spot

Breeds in the Arctic tundra of Russia, migrating to winter in Northwestern Europe, particularly the UK, Netherlands, and Germany. Look for them in wetlands, flooded fields, and estuaries.

How to spot

When to spot

Best observed during the winter months (October to March) in their European wintering grounds. Migration periods in autumn and spring also offer opportunities.

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