Swans are among the largest water birds flying, members of some species reaching 15 kg. They are elegant birds that slide gently on the water, but they can be very dangerous if you get closer to their family.
Look at this male swan, ready to attack when Maya approached his babies! Like any responsible parent, he is ready to intervene when his children are threatened.
“Swans are majestic, beautiful looking creatures. With really ugly temperaments.” ?Michael Gira
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Question of
Did you know that swans form monogamous pair?
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Question of
Did you know that swans form monogamous pair?
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Lovely pair! I haven’t seen a swan but I know some animals are very protective of their babies.
Like humans, animals try to protect their children.
I also heard somewhere that foxes are loyal too
It is possible! I have not seen foxes until now!
Didn’t know such elegant animals have such ill temper …
but oh well, any parents would be if their kids were under danger
Yes Swans can tear a limb off. They are very aggressive
It is understandable that this happens when they are in danger.
The Swans have my sympathy I have seen people tormenting the Black Swans in Western springs and in the circumstances the Swans were more than tolerant towards them but the Black Swan went for the mans foot when he kicked at him.
No one should torment anyone especially animals
I’ve heard they’re quite ill tempered and will attack humans with very little provocation…
I can confirm this. We were ready to get in trouble because Maya was curious!
take care around swans, I’ve heard they’re strong enough to break your arm
I’ll keep in mind your advice! Thank you!
you’re welcome. sometimes folks forget that wildlife is called that for a reason…
Motherly /fatherly instincts at works
If you provoke a swan, be prepared to bear the consequences!!?
I’m sure basically all mothers have the same instincts, including the mother of the swan.
You are right but “daddy” swan was the one who attacked us! It has the same protection instinct as mother!
But not with cats. Cat’s father rarely appears after the babies born…
I know that! They are exceptions! As I know, they are “jealous” of newborns and often try to kill them. That’s why the cat hides her babies.
Wow, look at how brave Maya is. Maybe a little too brave. 🙂 Such cute little babies.
Maya was a bit curious and that annoyed the swans.