Sunday morning and a beautiful flat calm in Eyemouth bay. In salt water the swans forage for weed and algae. The edge of Fort Point can be seen in the distance. The profile resembles a dog with its paws stretched out to sea. A real dog appears. It is ready for action and has the same dog face as […]
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End of week one and the cygnets are exploring the local travel options.
The last of the cygnets to hatch remains in the safety of the nest. Eight cygnets hatched successfully over a period of two days……and not an ugly duckling in sight! Six of the cygnets, those which hatched first, are quick to learn the behaviour of the adult, swimming and foraging in the bank for food. […]
The incubation period for the eggs is about 35 days and the swans have been keeping close to the nest. Could be anytime now!
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