Size: 1.1m to 1.42m
Weight: 3.7 to 9Kg
Colour: Black body, red and white bill.
Lifespan: Upto 40 years.
Sexing: Dimorphic, males (cob) are generally bigger than females (pen).
Distribution: South Eastern and South Western Australia.
Habitat: Wetlands.
Threats: Secure in wild.
Young: Cygnets
Collective: Bank on the ground and a wedge in flight.