Don't Shoot a Swan

Trumpeter swans are protected by federal and state laws and may not be shot.

Trumpeter swans are twice the size of Canada geese and four times the size of snow geese. Young swans are gray.

Identification tips:

Trumpeter Swan

Trumpeter swan
  • White wings and body
  • White wingtips
  • Long white neck
  • Black bill
  • Length: 4 ft.
  • Wingspan: 7 ft.
  • Weight: 20-30 lbs.

Canada Goose

Canada goose
  • Gray and white body and wings
  • Black head, neck and bill with white cheek patch
  • Length: 2 ft.
  • Wingspan: 5 ft.
  • Weight: 10-12 lbs.

Snow Goose

Snow Goose
  • White, with black wing tips
  • Short neck
  • Length: 1 1/2 ft.
  • Wingspan: 3 1/2 ft.
  • Weight: 5-6 lbs.