Coscoroba Swan
The Coscoroba Swan is the smallest swan species, native to southern South America. It has white plumage and a distinctive red bill, and it makes a toy-like trumpet call rather than the deep trumpet of larger swans.
Coscoroba Swan Quick Facts
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Coscoroba swans are often mistaken for geese due to their size and gait.
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Lifespan
10-15 years
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Habitat
Wetlands, lagoons, marshes
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Diet
Aquatic plants, grasses, small invertebrates
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Region
South America
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