Swans are believed to return to the same nesting site and often the same nesting mound,
year after year.
On the lookout, I discovered another Mute Swan Nest last week.
This nest is different than the one I wrote about 2 weeks ago, here.
This is one I visited in years past, and wondered if it was being reused again as I have read...
it is in fact "occupied".
Mute Swans are a quite large, unmistakable waterbird.
Commonly viewed in the northeast, more during the summer, I do see some in the winter.
Sexes are alike...the adult male has pure white plumage and a large black basal knob.
They are primarily silent but will "hiss" if alarmed and especially when protecting their nest.
Mute Swans mate for life and it is currently nesting season...
This nest is also on an island, in the center of a lake...
close to home, right by Debbies Creek.
The male was swimming close by, chasing off ducks and geese that attempted to get close to the nest.
Mute Swans are very intelligent and can remember and recognize human faces from one year to the next.
If these are the same swans, which I believe they are,
they remembered me from past years and did not feel threatened.
I will return frequently, so I can be sure to see the babies.
Sharing today images with Eileen at
16 comments:
How awesome that would be to observe. It's kind of fascinating how there nest is right there out in the open.
You observe and photograph these animals so beautifully. Sending you hugs on this Saturday.
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I didn't know the swans would remember faces . How wonderful to know ... and how lucky you are to follow the nest activity (and how lucky we are that you share it here .) Thank you.
It's amazing the way you see nesting swans every year!
Hello,
The swans must have a better memory than I do, it is interesting they can remember faces. Love your swan photos, they are all beautiful. I will look forward to seeing their babies. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
She looks quite content keeping her eggs safe. Great pics.
This is a eye opener, isn't it amazing how each of God's creatures are so unique.
Beautiful swans.
Enjoy your weekend Debbie.
All the best Jan
a gorgeous bird Interesting information about the swans
Oh, I love swans!! I have only ever seen a "couple" a few times in my life in person. Such beautiful photos.
Swans are such elegant birds. Lovely images.
Oh how beautiful! The nest being on an island she must not be too worried about predictors - as she seems out in the open. I can't wait to see the babies! Thanks for sharing.
So interesting that they nest out in the middle of nothing like that. I suppose it is so nothing can sneak up on them?
Lovely series, Debbie. The swans look right at home, hope to see little ones soon.
Hi Debbie
One of my first posts was of the Mute Swan.I think they are very elegant and regal looking. Your photos are as always super.
It will be lovely to see the cute. cygnets.
Have a happy week
All the best
Sonjia.
I saw a Mute Swan for the first time a couple of weeks ago in Holland. There was only one swimming in a canal. I like your first photo of the swan sitting on the nest!
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