Black-necked Swan

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Black-necked Swan (<em>Cygnus melancoryphus</em>) is a species of Ducks, Geese, Swans (<em>Anatidae</em>) in the order Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese and Swans).

Overview

Black-necked Swan (Cygnus melancoryphus) is a species of Ducks, Geese, Swans (Anatidae) in the order Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese and Swans).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Cygnus; binomial: Cygnus melancoryphus; authority: (Molina, 1782).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change spelling of Cygnus melanocoryphus to Cygnus melancoryphus (David & Gosselin 2002; SACC).

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