Swans stamp catalogue

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Swans (Cyygnus) are large duck-like birds. There are 7 species, of which the mute swan is the best known. It is a symbol of love. In some countries it is a national symbol. They are therefore often depicted on postage stamps. More

Swans (Cyygnus) are large duck-like birds, related to geese. The Coscoroba swan belongs to the genus Coscoroba and is no longer considered a swan. There are 6 to 7 species, of which the mute swan is the best known. It is a breeding bird in large parts of Europe, including the Netherlands and Belgium. In Denmark it is pretty much seen as the national bird. The whooper swan and the beech swan also occur as winter guests in the low countries. Black swans are also sometimes seen here. However, it is originally an escaped bird, because the species is native to Australia. In Western Australia, it's pretty much a national symbol. Swans are seen as birds of love. The male and female basically stay together for their entire lives. It is therefore not surprising that swans can often be found on postage stamps.

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Swan (1854)