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Mute Swan Collection (#2)

A majestic sight unfolds in Berwick-upon-Tweed, England as the morning mist rises from the water

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Aerial shot of a group of Mute swans (Cygnus olor) and gulls wintering together, Zurich, Switzerland

Aerial shot of a group of Mute swans (Cygnus olor) and gulls wintering together, Zurich, Switzerland. Vogelwarte Photo Competition 2022 - General Finalist

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet resting on parent's back. London, UK. April

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet resting on parent's back. London, UK. April

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute Swan family, United States of America, North America

Mute Swan family, United States of America, North America

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swans (Cygnus olor) in flight against a cloudy sky, Caerlaverock Wetland Centre

Mute swans (Cygnus olor) in flight against a cloudy sky, Caerlaverock Wetland Centre, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland, UK. November

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Usa, California. A mute swan tends to her cygnets on a California pond

Usa, California. A mute swan tends to her cygnets on a California pond

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Usa, California. A mute swan fans its wings during courtship behavior

Usa, California. A mute swan fans its wings during courtship behavior

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Usa, California. A mute swan flaps its huge wings during courting behavior on a California pond

Usa, California. A mute swan flaps its huge wings during courting behavior on a California pond

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute Swan (colour litho)

Mute Swan (colour litho)
3121072 Mute Swan (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) splashing water with beak to wash itself in lake, London, UK. February

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) splashing water with beak to wash itself in lake, London, UK. February

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) bathing, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, The Netherlands, Europe. August

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) bathing, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, The Netherlands, Europe. August

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Juvenile Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in early morning light, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve

Juvenile Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in early morning light, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, The Netherlands, Europe. August

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) ~ in a urban lake ~ Gijon, Asturias, Spain

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) ~ in a urban lake ~ Gijon, Asturias, Spain
Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) - in a urban lake - Gijon, Asturias, Spain. Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) - in a urban lake - Gijon, Asturias, Spain

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) landing on frozen lake, Richmond Park, London, UK. February

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) landing on frozen lake, Richmond Park, London, UK. February

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) swimming in a small pool of frozen lake, Richmond Park, London

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) swimming in a small pool of frozen lake, Richmond Park, London, UK. February

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Pair of Mute swans (Cygnus olor) at sunrise on misty lake. Poland, March

Pair of Mute swans (Cygnus olor) at sunrise on misty lake. Poland, March

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swans (Cygnus olor) in early morning light. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard

Mute swans (Cygnus olor) in early morning light. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in early morning light. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in early morning light. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Family of Mute swans (Cygnus olor), Vendeen Marsh, Vendee, France, June

Family of Mute swans (Cygnus olor), Vendeen Marsh, Vendee, France, June

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnets swimming. London, England, UK. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnets swimming. London, England, UK. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho)

Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho)
6016766 Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palmipedes, Swimming Birds)

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute Swan, 1864 (colour litho)

Mute Swan, 1864 (colour litho)
999030 Mute Swan, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in ihren sAammtlichen)

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute Swan (colour litho)

Mute Swan (colour litho)
1630938 Mute Swan (colour litho) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs published by Frederick Warne & Co Ltd 1958); Scottish

Background imageMute Swan Collection: The Whooper Swan, Bewicks Swan, The Mute Swan (chromolitho)

The Whooper Swan, Bewicks Swan, The Mute Swan (chromolitho)
3623069 The Whooper Swan, Bewicks Swan, The Mute Swan (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Whooper Swan, Bewicks Swan, The Mute Swan)

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Female swan drowning a fox to protect her nest

Female swan drowning a fox to protect her nest
6337396 Female swan drowning a fox to protect her nest by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Female swan drowning a fox to protect her nest)

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute Swan, 1863-79 (colour litho)

Mute Swan, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001387 Mute Swan, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Two young boys help one of the keepers at the Abbotsbury Swannery examine a pair of mute

Two young boys help one of the keepers at the Abbotsbury Swannery examine a pair of mute swans. The Swannery is the only managed colony of nesting mute swans in the world

Background imageMute Swan Collection: This swan and its cygnets were found on a Motorway. The mother of the cygnet had beed

This swan and its cygnets were found on a Motorway. The mother of the cygnet had beed killed by a passing car. However the father

Background imageMute Swan Collection: This swan and its cygnets were found on a Motorway. The mother of the cygnet had beed

This swan and its cygnets were found on a Motorway. The mother of the cygnet had beed killed by a passing car. However the father

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) parents and cygnets swimming, London, UK, April

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) parents and cygnets swimming, London, UK, April

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan, (Cygnus olor) with cygnets, near Turf Locks, Exeter Canal, Devon, UK. May

Mute swan, (Cygnus olor) with cygnets, near Turf Locks, Exeter Canal, Devon, UK. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor), Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mute swan (Cygnus olor), Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) landing, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) landing, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, territorial behaviour, Kent, England, United Kingdom

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, territorial behaviour, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor), at dawn, in flight over the River Vltava, Prague, Czech Republic

Mute swan (Cygnus olor), at dawn, in flight over the River Vltava, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) group of young swimming in a drainage channel with a parent in

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) group of young swimming in a drainage channel with a parent in the background, Tealham Moor, Somerset Levels, UK, September

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) backlit on a misty morning. Valkenhorst Nature reserve

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) backlit on a misty morning. Valkenhorst Nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands, May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) with cygnets on water. Reddish Vale Country Park

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) with cygnets on water. Reddish Vale Country Park, Greater Manchester, England, UK. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet swimming. Richmond Park, London, UK. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnet swimming. Richmond Park, London, UK. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (cygnus olor) in the first light in the mist Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard

Mute swan (cygnus olor) in the first light in the mist Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands, June

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in a threathening territorial pose

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) in a threathening territorial pose and attacking a rival Lake Geneva, near Geneva, Switzerland, March

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) pair preening in unison, Gloucestershire, UK, December

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) pair preening in unison, Gloucestershire, UK, December

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) pair at sunrise. London, UK. December

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) pair at sunrise. London, UK. December

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnets and parents swimming. London, UK. May

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) cygnets and parents swimming. London, UK. May

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Flock of Mute swans (Cygnus olor), Abbotsbury Swannery, Dorset, England, UK, September

Flock of Mute swans (Cygnus olor), Abbotsbury Swannery, Dorset, England, UK, September

Background imageMute Swan Collection: Family of six Mute swans (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, silhouetted in waters of Lamlash Bay

Family of six Mute swans (Cygnus olor) at sunrise, silhouetted in waters of Lamlash Bay, Isle of Arran, South Arran Marine Protected Area, Scotland, UK, August

Background imageMute Swan Collection: RF - Mute swans (Cygnus olor) flock of non breeding adults, Fleet lagoon Dorset, England, UK, June

RF - Mute swans (Cygnus olor) flock of non breeding adults, Fleet lagoon Dorset, England, UK, June




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A majestic sight unfolds in Berwick-upon-Tweed, England as the morning mist rises from the water, casting a back-lit glow on a pair of mute swans engaged in courtship behavior. The digital manipulation emphasizes their graceful silhouette forming a heart shape, symbolizing their deep connection. Across the River Severn in Worcester Cathedral, another enchanting scene takes place as mute swans gracefully glide alongside a barge during a serene spring evening. In New Jersey, USA, the beauty of nature is showcased as mute swans proudly swim with their cygnets by their side. Their elegant presence brings tranquility to the surroundings. As autumn arrives in the UK, these magnificent creatures continue to captivate hearts with their regal appearance and gentle demeanor. During moulting season at Valkenhorst Nature Reserve in The Netherlands, Europe, an early morning light reveals a stunning moment when a mute swan meticulously removes its own feathers. This act of self-care showcases both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. In London's misty lake at sunrise during May, proud Mute Swan parents guide their cygnets through shimmering waters. The ethereal atmosphere adds an air of mystery to this picturesque scene that embodies family unity and protection. The winter dawn mist envelops Loch Insh within Cairngorms National Park where Mute Swans elegantly float on icy waters. Their presence evokes serenity amidst nature's frozen beauty. Courtship behavior once again takes center stage in Cleveland, UK as another pair of Mute Swans display affectionate gestures towards each other. Their synchronized movements create an awe-inspiring spectacle for all who witness it. On Wichelsee lake in Sarnen Switzerland's Europe region stands yet another captivating sight - A Cygnus olor swimming gracefully with two adorable cygnets by its side. This harmonious image represents love and nurturing instincts passed down through generations.