Walking on the side of the street, this swan somehow got away from the other four swans swimming in the MacKenzie Marsh [Aurora, Ontario]. Meet the Trumpeter Swan, Cygnus buccinator.
The Trumpeter Swan is the largest waterfowl in North America; in addition, it is also the largest swan in the world. The body length can reach up to 72 inches, and its wingspan can reach up to 8 feet. This swan resides in freshwater lakes, ponds, and rivers. Some facts: the male is called a cob; the female is called a pen; and the young Trumpeter Swans are called cygnets.
~ Anna
The Trumpeter Swan is the largest waterfowl in North America; in addition, it is also the largest swan in the world. The body length can reach up to 72 inches, and its wingspan can reach up to 8 feet. This swan resides in freshwater lakes, ponds, and rivers. Some facts: the male is called a cob; the female is called a pen; and the young Trumpeter Swans are called cygnets.
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To get there, turn South on George Street from Wellington Street West, then West (right turn) onto Hillview and continue all the way to the end of Hillview. At the bottom of this this street is a fenced in pond. The owner of the property (who lives in the house to your right when looking through the fence)is a former Ministry of Natural Resources employee who helped bring back the Trumpeter Swans in Ontario. You might see him around if you happen by on the right day. He is more than willing to answer any questions on this type of species.