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Black Swan
Size: 115-145cm
Habitat: Found in most areas of Australia except arid areas. Prefers large areas of shallow water. Common in lakes, dams and canals where it feeds diving for underwater vegetation.
Notes: Head and body black, tips of wings white (more noticeable in flight) Beak is bright red with white spot on tip. Ruffle feathered tail. Breeds Autumn-Spring.
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