Migrants
are arriving regularly now as the season progresses. On a large pond there was
a flock of Canada geese that numbered well over one hundred; but more
interesting were the tundra swans, seven in number.
As a
red-tailed hawk circled overhead –
All of
the geese took to the air –
Leaving
the pond to the swans –
And
one lone male ring-necked duck
Back
when I was a young naturalist (instead of an old naturalist) tundra swans were
known as whistling swans and before that they were called American swans - and then there's the scientific name (Cygnus
columbianus). Like
many other birds their name has been changed over the years – they must be
confused by the fickleness of the humans who name them.
How lovely to see the swans! Nice shots.
ReplyDeleteWhen we drive through the Skagit Valley in Washington we see lots of swans on the fields. I understand from a blogging friend who lives there that several fields are set up to encourage the migrating birds to spend the winter rather than on farmer's fields. I don't know who successful it is though. I always see them up and down the freeway in different fields. - Margy
ReplyDeleteThe swans are beautiful! Great sightings.. Thank you so much for sharing your post and linking up! Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteSwans are always lovely to see.
ReplyDeleteAlways a treat! So graceful, wonderful shots. Thanks for sharing, Woody!
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