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Australian Black Swan

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Life span

In the wild

20-30 years

at the zoo

20-40 years

Size

Weight

8-15 pounds

Height

3.3-4.4 feet

Diet

Omnivorous

A lot of insects and occasionally plants.

Region

Originated from Australia.

They prefer to live in wetlands and shallow lakes.

Did you Know?

Did you know that black swans were originally only found in Australia? It wasn't until the 1800s that they were brought to other parts of the world as ornamental birds.

Conservation Status

Least Concern (LC)

The IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature maintains the Red List, a global database assessing the conservation status of species. It's a vital tool for tracking endangered species and guiding conservation efforts.

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