The Mute Swan is the picture of elegance, gliding across lakes like it owns the place—with a graceful curve to its neck and pure white feathers fit for royalty. Despite its name, it’s not totally silent and will hiss or grunt if you get too close to its fluffy cygnets. Majestic but a little moody, the Mute Swan is the beauty queen of the water with just enough sass to keep things interesting.