I'm told that any Whopper Swan found in MN is considered an escape. Its not on even the accidental list for Minnesota. According to Avisys's records, sightings have only been accepted in ME, MT, CA, OR, AK, BC This is not a reason to not go look at the bird. Its a wonderful bird. --- David Cahlander david@cahlander.com Burnsville, MN 952-894-5910