This past week the male Trumpeter Swan at Hidden Lake Gardens was killed by what is believed to be a pack of Coyotes. I was saddened by the news. Over the past year and a half I’ve spent a lot time hanging out at the Gardens. I’ve gotten to know the people, the trails, the trees and the birds…including the new Trumpeter Swans. After I heard the news I rummaged through my photo collection and found this photo of the Male. I know it’s the male because I took a series of shots and I can clearly see the silver leg band. Otherwise there is not much that distinguishes the sexes. The two Trumpeter Swans replaced the Mute Swans because the Trumpeters are native to this area. Anyway, to learn more about swans go to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology website or do what i do…go to Hidden Lake Gardens and see them in real life.
The Heron 