First described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758, Cygnus cygnus can be considered a swan among swans, the type species ... and trumps others in the sweep of its range. To the ancients, the appearance ...

Three Swan Species Live in North America Only three species of swans nest in North America: the trumpeter swan, the mute swan and the tundra swan (sometimes known as the whistling swan).

Mute swans, a breed known for their large size, long lifespan and tendency to be less vocal than other swan species, can live for 30 to 40 years in captivity.