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Black Swan

Cygnus atratus

Not Evaluated

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Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) is classified as Not Evaluated (NE) on the IUCN Red List. Not yet evaluated against IUCN Red List criteria. Conservation status remains to be determined.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates), Europe (21 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Cygnus atratus (Black Swan)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コクチョウ

Chinese 黑天鵝

Spanish Cisne negro

French cygne noir

German Trauerschwan

Portuguese cisne-preto

Russian Чёрный лебедь

Similar Species in Cygnus

Trumpeter/Tundra Swan

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Swan?

The scientific name of Black Swan is Cygnus atratus. It belongs to the genus Cygnus.

Where does Black Swan live?

Black Swan is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates), Europe (21 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Colombia, Croatia, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, France.

What family does Black Swan belong to?

Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) belongs to the genus Cygnus, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

What kingdom does Black Swan belong to?

Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black Swan?

The closest relatives of Black Swan in the genus Cygnus include Black-necked Swan, Mute Swan, Trumpeter/Tundra Swan, Tundra Swan, Whooper Swan.