Three tundra swans from the arctic tundra have taken up temporary residence in Lake Champlain and are drawing area bird-watching enthusiasts to the open water near Ausable Point State Park in New York. The birds that normally winter in the Carolinas have been seen for the past few weeks and are probably staying on Lake Champlain because of the mild winter and open water.
About Tundra Swans
Tundra swans are a bit smaller than the more common mute swan. An adult tundra swan will weigh in around 20 pounds, but are still a very impressive bird with a 6-foot wingspan.Tundra swans are much less accustomed to humans than other species, such as mute and trumpeter swans, and tend to shy away from a crowd.
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