Whooper Swan

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Latin description
Cygnus cygnus

The Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus) is a majestic waterbird, known for its melodic calls and stately presence. With its snow-white plumage and yellow-black bill, it is found across Northern Europe and Asia. Whooper Swans offer spectacular photography opportunities, especially in flight or in snowy landscapes.

Whooper swans in Hokkaido and Iceland

We were able to photograph whooper swans, whose calls are reminiscent of trumpets, mainly on Iceland and Hokkaido in Japan