Swans

Swans are members of the Anatidae family and the genus Cygnus. Geese and ducks are the closest relatives of swans. Swans are classified with geese in the subfamily Anserinae, where they form the tribe Cygnini. They are sometimes considered a separate subfamily, Cygninae. There are six living and many extinct swan species, as well as the coscoroba swan, which is no longer considered one of the true swans. Swans typically mate for life, though "divorce" does occur occasionally, particularly after nesting failure, and if a mate dies, the remaining swan will mate with another. Each clutch contains between three and eight eggs.

Swans are mostly found in temperate regions, with only a few exceptions occurring in the tropics. A bevy or a wedge in flight is a group of swans. Four (or five) species are found in the Northern Hemisphere, one in Australia, one extinct species was discovered in New Zealand and the Chatham Islands, and one in southern South America. They are not found in tropical Asia, Central America, northern South America, or Africa. The mute swan is one species that has been introduced to North America, Australia, and New Zealand.

Swans are among the friendliest animals on the planet. They are not only lovely to be around, but also charming. However, few people are aware of their friendliness. Swans have been reported to befriend humans, have fun with them, and protect them from harm. They are both intelligent and graceful. However, getting close to and interacting with a swan is difficult.