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Swan Lake - WWT Slimbridge (September 2012) ©Nigel Key
Swan Lake - WWT Slimbridge (September 2012) ©Nigel Key
Swan Lake - WWT Slimbridge (September 2012) ©Nigel Key
Swan Lake (WWT Slimbridge)
Swan Lake
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The following wildfowl, amongst others, can be found in the Swan Lake at WWT Slimbridge, click image for information: -
Tufted Duck (WWT Slimbridge April 2011) - pic by Nigel Key
Tufted Duck
The Tufted Duck is the most widespread diving duck in the United Kindom and Europe.
Greylag Goose (WWT Slimbridge October 2011) - pic by Nigel Key
Greylag Goose
The Greylag goose is the largest of the 'grey' geese and is the last goose to migrate South, 'lagging' behind the others, which led to its name.
Coot (WWT Slimbridge August 2010) - pic by Nigel Key
Coot
The Coot is a member of the Rallidae family (rail) and is related to the Moorhen.
Moorhen (WWT Slimbridge  20) - pic by Nigel Key
Moorhen
The Moorhen, also known as Marsh Hen or River Chicken, is a member of the Rallidae family (rail) and is related to the Coot.
Mallard (WWT Slimbridge March 2009) - pic by Nigel Key
Mallard
The Mallard or Wild Duck is a dabbling duck which belongs to the Anatidae family.
Canada Goose (WWT Slimbridge March 2012) - pic by Nigel Key
Canada Goose
The Canada Goose is a member of the Branta genus which consists generally of species with largely Black plumage, distinguishing them from the Anser genus who largely have Grey plumage.
Shelduck (WWT Slimbridge May 2017) - pic by Nigel Key
Shelduck
The Common Shelduck is a member of the duck, goose and swan family Anatidae and is classed as a Shelduck.
Mute Swan (WWT Slimbridge May 2014) - pic by Nigel Key
Mute Swan
The Mute Swan is a member of the Anatidae family and is native to Europe, Asia and the North of Africa. It has also been introduced into North America, Australasia and South Africa.

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WWT SLIMBRIDGE ZONES

WWT Slimbridge is divided into various Zones and places of interest. The links below contain information on wildfowl that can be found in each Zone: -
Andean & Lesser Flamingos
Arctic Adventure
Back From The Brink
Caribbean Flamingos
Eider Lake
Flamingo Lagoon
Geese of the World
Mission Possible
Living Wetland Theatre
North America Zone
Otter Pool Zone
Screamers Zone
South America Zone
Swan Lake Zone
Waterscapes Aviary
Estuary Shoreline



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