About the Black-necked Swan
The black-necked swan is a species of South American waterfowl in the tribe Cygnini of the subfamily Anserinae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands. The black-necked swan is the smallest true swan on average, weighing between 3.5–8.7 kg (7.7–19.2 lb) as adults, but it is still the largest species of waterfowl native to South America.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Cygnus melancoryphus |
| Species Codes | blnswa2, BNSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-necked Swan belong to?
The Black-necked Swan (Cygnus melancoryphus) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Black-necked Swan?
The black-necked swan is a species of South American waterfowl in the tribe Cygnini of the subfamily Anserinae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands. The black-necked swan is the smallest true swan on average, weighing between 3.5–8.7 kg (7.7–19.2 lb) as adults,...
Where can I report a Black-necked Swan sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-necked Swan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blnswa2, or on iNaturalist.
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