You have probably seen swans with their wings raised like sails. This behaviour is a mild form of threat display called busking. Swans not only use it to deter potential predators, but also as a threat against intruding swans, before lunging or chasing them out of their territory.
I hadn't known what it was called. Terrific shot.
ReplyDelete...I didn't know!
ReplyDeleteA tough guy! ;-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photo! It looks like a scene from "Swan Lake".
ReplyDeleteThat is one determined looking Swan. Beautiful reflection in your photos, Andy.
ReplyDeleteHe's got the don't mess with me look. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat reflection, Andy!
Impressiveness indeed - the swan is beautiful in white.
ReplyDeleteSwans can have a real grouchy nature. I give them lots of space.
ReplyDeleteThey can express a lot with their wings. Have you ever heard them flying low over? That makes a lot of noise!
ReplyDeleteBattleship in attack mode.
ReplyDeleteSnapped one just like this at a lake where the swan expected to be fed.
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful.
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