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Saturday, May 28, 2016

Saturday Critters ~ 128 ~

I finally got back to check on Momma Swan, 
whom I first found and photographed on April 16th.

I only saw one swan as we approached the lake,

and that one was in the water,

very busy preening, with Mr. Male Mallard.

I know exactly where the nest was, on an island at one end of this lake.
The nest that I saw back in April was completely open but it is now completely covered in overgrowth.
Yet, I was pretty sure I saw her in there, can you see her?

The hubs drove me around to the other side of the lake...

and sure enough, there she was!

I spent about 10 minutes watching and photographing her.
She spent most of the time tending to and fixing up her nest,
then she curled up and I assume drifted off to sleep.

Isn't nature amazing?

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27 comments:

  1. Lowcarb team memberMay 28, 2016 at 5:09 AM

    I agree mother nature is so amazing - we should all take time out and enjoy it.
    Lovely photo's again Debbie.

    Wishing you a good weekend.

    All the best Jan

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  2. AndyMay 28, 2016 at 5:25 AM

    Yes... nature is amazing. So are you photos.

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  3. ChristineMay 28, 2016 at 5:41 AM

    Good to spot Mother Swan tending carefully to her nest! It is amazing and wonderful to know more little cygnets will appear soon! Loved your photos, Debbie!

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  4. BreathtakingMay 28, 2016 at 6:04 AM

    Hello Debbie!:) Lovely captures!:) I like the cute coppy cat image of the Swan and Mallard,:))

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  5. Barbara NeubeckMay 28, 2016 at 6:33 AM

    .. how wonderful to find the nest and Mrs. Swan....
    .. great photos... xx
    Barb xxx

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  6. UnknownMay 28, 2016 at 7:15 AM

    Beautiful! Swans are always wonderful to see. Enjoy your weekend!

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  7. Francisco Manuel Carrajola OliveiraMay 28, 2016 at 7:23 AM

    Lindo um belo cisne.
    Um abraço e bom fim de semana.

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    1. DebbieMay 28, 2016 at 12:44 PM

      translated: Beautiful a beautiful swan. A hug and good weekend .

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  8. Brian KingMay 28, 2016 at 8:07 AM

    I hope you're able to see the little ones when they finally pop out! Mama will be glad to get off the nest.

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  9. Cathy H.May 28, 2016 at 9:15 AM

    Yes, nature is amazing. I love that you've seen her nest. Keep us posted, if there's little ones!

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  10. Changes in the windMay 28, 2016 at 9:23 AM

    Amazing and wonderful...thanks for sharing.

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  11. SallyMay 28, 2016 at 9:40 AM

    Love this, Debbie. So glad you found her again. :)

    xoxo

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  12. eileeninmdMay 28, 2016 at 11:25 AM

    Hello, it is good you can drive around the lake. Love the shots of the swans and the Mallard. The baby swans should be soon too. Nature is amazing. Wonderful critter post! Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Wishing you a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend!

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  13. Aritha V. May 28, 2016 at 2:40 PM

    Such a nice photo! Il ove your swan! Very big one!
    http://momentsfrozentime.blogspot.nl/

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  14. JoyfulMay 28, 2016 at 2:44 PM

    Hi Debbie, your swan captures are gorgeous. I just love the graceful curve of a swan's neck. Have a wonderful long weekend.

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  15. Geraldine May 28, 2016 at 3:24 PM

    All these photos are beautiful. I have always loved swans. I saw some black ones years ago too, really amazing. Have a super weekend.

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  16. TexWisGirlMay 28, 2016 at 3:25 PM

    i hope she has a successful brood!

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  17. rainfield61May 28, 2016 at 6:14 PM

    Nature never fails to surprise us.
    I like a paparazzi like you.

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  18. Ruth HiebertMay 28, 2016 at 8:39 PM

    Before long the babies will be ready to photograph.

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  19. Farm GirlMay 28, 2016 at 9:12 PM

    I am so glad you went back. I was thinking about her and wondering if she had hatched her babies.
    Lovely photos Debbie.

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  20. KimMay 29, 2016 at 4:53 AM

    You must have so much fun capturing all that glorious bird life that abounds at your place. How exciting a nest with cygnets. I look forward to your photos of these gorgeous babies.

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  21. KimMay 29, 2016 at 4:53 AM

    You must have so much fun capturing all that glorious bird life that abounds at your place. How exciting a nest with cygnets. I look forward to your photos of these gorgeous babies.

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  22. UnknownMay 29, 2016 at 9:04 PM

    I am thinking we will have babies soon!
    I do hope you'll be able to photographs them
    She is such a beautiful creature.

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  23. ConniecrafterMay 30, 2016 at 9:55 AM

    So neat that you were able to drive around and check on her at a different angle, isn't it just amazing how much the growth is around her nest now, great shots!

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  24. Jenn JilksMay 30, 2016 at 2:54 PM

    She really is. I've been loving the nests.

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  25. AnonymousMay 31, 2016 at 3:42 PM

    They are beautiful! Nature truly is amazing!

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  26. LeAnnJune 6, 2016 at 9:23 PM

    Nature is amazing and I love how you capture it on camera. You are the best! Hugs😊💕

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