With a span of up to 2.40 metres and a weight of up to 13 kilograms, mute swans rank among the largest birds able to fly. These birds, with bright-white feathers, owe their name to the fact that they are less vocal than other swan species. As part of their rearing behaviour, at times the female mute swan takes her chicks on her back in order to protect them.

- Fun Fact : Mute swans really know how to defend themselves. During breeding season, one should not get too close to them. - Scientific Name : Cygnus olor - Conservation Status : domesticated - Primary Habitat : worldwide - Global Home : worldwide This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 6625-01-576-7991, indicating validated use in U.S.

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