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The whooper swan is a large and elegant waterbird commonly found in Iceland. It inhabits lakes, rivers, and wetlands and is often seen in large flocks. The species is well known for its loud, resonant calls.

Its diet consists mainly of aquatic plants and vegetation. Whooper swans nest near lakes and marshes in remote areas. They are among the most majestic birds in Iceland.

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