MUTE SWANs do not Read the various Books,
Websites or Articles Written about them.
I Hope this Topic Page will Help you Learn what Your Swans are Doing..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_893,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/072509L-CNGTCk-Swans-Cygnet-23INSYNCBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
I Want to Start with these Images of a Swan
with a Leg and Foot Resting on his Back.
THIS is NORMAL.. He is just Relaxing.
To Enlarge Images – Right Click Image then Open in a New Tab.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_769,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/072509L-CNGTCk-Swans-Cygnet-35HarmonyBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
I Frequently get Calls and EMails from VERY Worried People..
They are Concerned that a Swan’s Leg is Injured or Broken !!
Folks Seeing this Behavior for the First Time are Afraid their Swans or
Cygnets are Injured.. If you Observe this.. This is Perfectly Normal..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_797,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/012310L-YKCo-HRF-Hannah-59BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
This Leg-Foot Position Also Aids Regulating their Body Temperature.
Foot Turned toward the Sun to Warm themselves during the Winter.
This will Allow Cooling on Hot Days.. as Water Evaporates from their Foot.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_694,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/101909L-56WW-Cygnet-Meadow-Foot-4CBD4-60015CFTXT.jpg)
Watch the Swans for a While to be Sure. Just in Case there is a Problem.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_875,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/101508R-WSCC-Handsome-13BD4-6003DFTXT.jpg)
The Black Australian Cob is Resting his Leg-Foot on his Back.. It is OK !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_902,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/091217L-DCo-Italian-Lake-Blk-Australian-Swans-56INSYNCBD4-60013CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Stretching Leg Foot](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_804,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/121615L-ADCo-PRR-Juvenile-Hank-27BD4-60015CFTXT.jpg)
Swans will S t r e t c h their Legs at Times.. This is OK.. Must Feel Good.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Stretching Leg Foot](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_897,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/071108R-WSCC-Handsome-Cut-Bite-21BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
OK ! ! Let’s S T R E T C H a Wing while Balancing on One Foot !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Stretching Leg Wing](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_851,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120415L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-42BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
Flapping their Wings helps to Align all the Wing Feathers..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Flapping Wings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_705,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/121615L-ADCo-PRR-Juvenile-Hank-46BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
Flitting – Some Swans Flit their Wings..
Seems Different with Individual Swans.
Some do this when Drying their Wet Wings.
Some do this when they are Irritated.. Annoyed by Visitors..
Some just do this.. Unknown Reason.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Flitting Wings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_804,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/101616L-LCo-CCR-Mute-Cygnet-Sunny-81BD4-60015CFTXT.jpg)
Be Aware of these Normal Swan Behaviors.. All Species of Swans do this.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL WILDLIFE SERVICES.. to Report this BEHAVIOR.
Several Swans have been Destroyed when WildLife Agents Responded..
![Mute Swan Angel Wing Deformity](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_887,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/053109R-CUMBCo-BS-Childrens-Lake-Swans-9INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
I am Including these Images of Angel Wing Deformities.. BECAUSE…
This is Another Time People Unfamiliar with Swans become VERY Concerned.
Angel Wings are NOT a Broken Wing.. More Information is at:
SWAN Angel Wing Deformity
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-angel-wing-deformity/
![Mute Swan Angel Wing Deformity](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_883,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/102207R-CUMBCo-BS-Childrens-Lake-Angel-Wing-Swan-51BD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
BEFORE YOU SEEK HELP… BE SURE THERE IS A TRUE INJURY.
Send a Photo to Someone Familiar with WaterFowl.
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Working with Swans Year after Year, there are Some Common Behaviors.
The Good, the BAD and the OH NO… RUN ! ! – (Just Kidding)
Now for the MORE Fun Behaviors..
The Tail Wag.. … “Are They Happy to See Me ?
No… They are Cleaning their Bottom.. After Expelling Poop !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wagging their Tail](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_859,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/010109L-WSCC-Swans-35INSYNBD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
When Swans are Happy to See You.. Their Upper Necks Swell.. Puff-Up.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_601,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022107L-MRYV-Swans-167HandsomeBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
Swans will Watch for You , if you have a Routine Time that you will Visit them.
![Common Behavior
Swans Come to Greet Us.](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_896,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/110108L-WSCC-Pond-Swans-6BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Nod YES – “Hello” when you First Make Eye Contact.. They Usually Nod Back.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_926,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052016L-YKCo-SPR-Pippa-7GTABD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_944,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052016L-YKCo-SPR-Pippa-5GTABD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
And a BIG Happy Snort with their Head held High.. Is “HELLO.”
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Happy Greeting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_862,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/030607L-MRYV-RKVBr-Swans-85BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Happy Greeting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_717,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112015L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-40INSYNBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_770,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/061308L-WSCC-Handsome-10BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
Swans will Frequently Greet Each Other.. With Swollen Upper Necks.
This is Expressing Happy Emotions.. It is a Joy to Watch Them.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_840,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/030107L-MRYV-RKVBr-Swans-139INSYNBD4-6009CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_939,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022507L-MRYV-RKVBr-Swans-16INSYNBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_863,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060311L-SHF-Brooke-Spring-4INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_832,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022407L-MRYV-RKVBr-Swans-9INSYNBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
It is Delightful to Watch our Swans Expressing they are Happy.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_814,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-GBG-Swans-Cygnet-140MinnieBD4-60017BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_793,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Spring-Brooke-10INSYNBD4-60023BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Upper Neck Swollen with Happy Emotion](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_774,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-4INSYNBD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
Our Sister Swans were Apart for Several Months..
They were SO Happy to be Together Again..
Their Greeting was Full of Happy Squealing, Head Turning and Swollen Necks.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Affectionate Greeting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_811,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-6INSYNBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_822,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/062611L-NRTHMBCo-Rte225-Mute-Swans-28BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
![](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_857,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/062915L-SHF-Brooke-Meadow-6PBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Affectionate Greeting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_805,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/063014L-PCo-JBarclay-Swans-31BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
In the Summer Months this is an Affectionate Greeting..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Affectionate Greeting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_791,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022007L-MRYV-Swans-75BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
During the Winter Months it is more Courting Behavior as their
Reproductive Hormones are Increasing.. Soon Mating will Begin..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Affectionate Greeting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_879,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/012010L-YKCo-HRF-Swans-92INSYNPBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
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When I was Editing these Photos… I Realized I had Snapped our Cob
Checking his Females for their Reproductive Hormones.. Status.
Were they Ready for Mating.. Over Time, I found more Examples.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_918,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-8INSYNPBD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-9INSYNPBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-10INSYNPBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_910,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-14INSYNPBD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_855,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Three-Swans-51INSYNPBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
Many Times I have Watched the Females Encourage the Cob to Mate.
They Up-End. Showing their Cloaca to the Male.. ??? Maybe Pheromones.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_670,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/041209R-PCo-Ivan-Miller-Swanie-38BD4-6005DFTXT-1.jpg)
A Pheromone is a Secreted or Excreted Chemical Factor that Triggers
a Social Response in Members of the Same Species. – Wikipedia
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_857,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120311R-ADCo-GBG-3-Swans-32BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_890,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120311R-ADCo-GBG-3-Swans-34BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_845,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120311R-ADCo-GBG-3-Swans-37BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Mating](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_894,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/020607L-RKVBr-Swans-131BD4-60019CFTXT.jpg)
Mating Season is about to Begin..
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Preening Together is Social Time.. Acceptance..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Preening Together](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_807,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/032214L-SHF-Meadow-Spring-20INSYNBD4-6009CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Preening Together](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_861,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050614L-BBCMD-Cygnets-18INSYNBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Preening Together](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_850,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/053109L-CUMBCo-BS-Childrens-Lake-Swans-69BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
The Swan above is Scratching her Chin..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Preening Together](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_842,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/011110L-SVS-Pond-Mute-Swans-13BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Play Chasing](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_899,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/092013R-MDTVGC-Four-Cygnets-48INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Happy Play Chasing can Happen ANY TIME !!
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Happy Snorting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_847,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052815L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-35BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Happy Snorting can be a Greeting or “Thank You” when you bring Treats.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Snorting Thank You](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_802,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052808L-WSCC-Handsome-44BD4-6003DFTXT.jpg)
Mute Swans will Sing.. “Snorty-Grunting.”
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Joyful Singing](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_860,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/071609L-CNGTCk-Swans-Cygnet-460HandsomeBD4-6005DFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Singing for a Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_824,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022809R-WSCC-Handsome-8BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Some Swans Sing](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_812,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/083113L-56WW-Cygnet-Adelle-4BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Some Swans Hum](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_806,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/100810L-SHF-Spring-5BD4-6007CFTXT.jpg)
Expelling Air Through the Nares.. Helps Clear Stuck Feathers.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Blowing Bubbles](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_758,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/111114L-CUMBCo-OGR-Bentley-69BD4-60025BFTXT.jpg)
Swans will not Need a Tissue.. Just BLOW and Go…
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Blowing Bubbles](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_836,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/082319L-BUCKCo-Otto-Ivadelle-37BD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
Bubbles – Bubbles – Bubbles
![](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_875,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/032709R-CNGTCk-Harmony-13BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Eating Grazing Under Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_567/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/110816L-YKCo-WWP-Swans-24BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
It is Common to See Swans Grazing on UnderWater Plants.
![Common Behavior
Swans Grazing Under Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_864,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/101208L-WSCC-Swans-57BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
Swans DO NOT Dive when Grazing the Way some Ducks Do..
They Up-End and Stretch . . .
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Eating Under Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_670,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/041209R-PCo-Ivan-Miller-Swanie-38BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
UP-Ending to Reach DOWN Under Water for Tasty Plant Treats.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Eating Under Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_788,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/072114L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-64INSYNBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
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“Meadow” was Whistling, while Walking with Rob to Exercise his Leg..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Whistling Walking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_789,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/030710L-56WW-Cygnet-Meadow-38GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
In September-October there were Colorful Mums in our Flower Bed.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Just Plain Cute](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_798,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/102209L-56WW-Cygnet-Meadow-17CBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
“Meadow” liked to Sit in them.. So Cute !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swans have Good Memory](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_749,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/020910L-56WW-Meadow-Snow-53BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
On Nice Winter Days, “Meadow” would go to the Same Spot, Sit and Snort.
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One Summer we were Invited to “Swan Sit” a Mature Pair of Swans
during a Family Wedding. To keep Everyone Safe – Guests and Swans.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Family Wedding](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/045-062312R-YKCo-HRF-Wedding-37SwansBD4-6003.jpg)
There was a Lovely Instrumental Music Floating through the Air.
I Caught “Gracie” Twirling-Pirouettes in the Water..
She was Encouraging “George” to Join her. Nodding her Head to him.
After a Few Minutes even “George” did a Complete Twirl.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Family Wedding Dancing](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_820,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/140-062312L-HRF-Wedding-51SwansBD4-6005ATXT.jpg)
The Swans were Very Well Behaved that Day..
I Enjoyed our Time with them.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Family Wedding](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_777,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/258-062312L-YKCo-HRF-Wedding-95SwansBD4-6003ATXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Family Wedding](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/009-062312R-HRF-Wedding-124BirdBathBD4-6003ATXT.jpg)
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![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_898,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081814L-PCo-JBarclay-Swans-20BD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
It is Good to Watch the Subtle Behaviors..
Similar Movements.. Mean Different Things..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_798,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/033107L-MRYV-Swans-103HandsomeBD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
This Mature Cob is Holding his Beautiful Wings in Display.
“Handsome Fellow” was as Perfect a Mute Swan Cob as any we Know..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_847,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Meadow-122BD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
“Meadow” is the 2009 Male Off-Spring of
“Handsome Fellow” and “Sweet Harmony.”
Below..Our Cob “Meadow” is Happy to See Us..
He is Swimming over to Greet us.. Not in a Big Hurry.. Calm Water..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_802,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060311L-SHF-Meadow-6BD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
This is “Mellow “Meadow.”
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display Busking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_831,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120412L-SHF-Meadow-70BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
Below “Meadow” is “Pushing Some Water” … Is this a Threat Warnings.. ??? Hum..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display Busking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_765,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052118L-YKCo-WV-Macho-Meadow-5BD4-60013CFTXT.jpg)
THIS is BUSKING. A Threat Behavior.. HE is “PUSHING WATER.”
BEWARE !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Wings in Display Busking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_849,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052118L-YKCo-WV-Macho-Meadow-12BD4-60019CFTXT.jpg)
It is TIME to Give our Cob LOTs of Space !!!
This is an Annoyed Cob.. He Means Business !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Aggressive Hormonal](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_874,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/040509L-CNGTCk-Handsome-Nest-11BD4-60013CFTXT.jpg)
When a Cob has his Head Down – Walking Fast – Wings Held Out a Bit…
GET OUT of his WAY ! ! !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Aggressive Hormonal](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_696,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/100807R-SVS-Royal-Mute-Boris-3BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
This is a Good Time to have Some Type of Barrier.. ANYTHING Will Do !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Aggressive Hormonal](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_879,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050110L-YKCo-HRF-George-Nest-19BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
It was ALWAYs Wise to have Something between Us and a Hormonal Cob..
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![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pushing Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_805,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/080109R-DCo-LVGC-Swan-Lizzie-4BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
It was not often to see a Pen “Pushing Water.”
I Watched “Lizzie” to see what had her in such a Hurry..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Good Parents](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_838,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/080109R-DCo-LVGC-Lizzie-Cygnets-26BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
She was Going to Chase One of her Cygnets AWAY from an UnSafe Place.
The Curious Cygnet knew his Dam meant Business. “GET OUT of THERE” !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Dam with Cygnets](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_819,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/080109L-DCo-LVGC-Lizzie-Cygnets-9CBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
Many of her Cygnets have been Taken by Snapping Turtle in their Ponds.
Very Few of “Lizzie’s” Cygnets Survived. So Sad.
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We would Visit this Young Pair of Male Swans about Once a Month..
They knew us.. and our Vegetable Treats.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_811,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-5WillieBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Both would Come Out of the Pond for some Visit Time on the Lawn..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_838,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-8BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
They Trust Us.. But will be Checking for Danger as we Visit..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_800,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-57BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
They would BOTH Look Around Frequently to Check for Danger.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_871,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120415L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-16INSYNBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
OOPs !! There was a Strange Noise Coming from a Nearby Field.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120415L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-33INSYNBD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
They Stopped Eating… And Started to Talk to Each Other..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_884,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/101714L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-35INSYNBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
We Watched the Boys Talk about what to Do.. Eat or Go Back to the Pond ?
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_953,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120415L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-22BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
They Agreed to Go Back to the Safety of their Pond.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_807,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-59INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
If you Check these Images, you will See them Looking Left – Right – Repeat.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_802,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-60INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_872,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-61INSYNBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_869,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-63INSYNBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_804,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-64BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
We NEED to Teach this Safe Behavior to our Young Childrens..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_833,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-65INSYNBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
Many Swans do this Naturally.. Interesting to Watch them Communicate.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cautious Visit](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_803,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060214L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-70INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
WE Still DO NOT Want the Swans to Cross Roads.
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Cobs will Position themselves to Protect their Female and Families.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Family](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_594/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/062216L-ADCo-GBG-Swans-Cygnets-17POOPGTABD4-60013CFTXT.jpg)
The Cob will Position themselves Between Visitors and their Family..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_855,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060311L-DCo-LVGC-Lynn-Lizzie-4BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
And the Cobs will Sit behind their Female and Guard her as she Eats..
A Polite Male will Allow his Female to Eat First..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_820,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/012812L-ADCo-GBG-Swans-7BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/030107L-MRYV-RKVBr-Swans-79BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/092913L-ADCo-GBG-Country-Swans-47BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
Our Cob is Protecting his Nesting Female.. He is DOING his Job..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_450,h_662/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/041712L-SHF-Nesting-Swans-36Brooke-MeadowBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_922,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081414L-ADCo-GBG-Swans-19BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
It is Common to See the Male Swimming Behind his Female.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Female](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/122108L-WSCC-Swans-87INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Swans will Swim with their Cygnets Between them.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Protecting Family Cygnets](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_899,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/051610L-CUMBCo-WMGRVPk-Swans-98BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
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Swans are Sight Oriented. Recognize People, Clothing, Cars, Motor Vehicles.
When wearing Hats & Coats during Winter – Talk – Call Hello – “Nod” Hello.
![](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_838,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/032214L-SHF-Meadow-86BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
Watching us Over their Shoulders.
It is Common for Swans to Float so we are Looking at their Backs..
They do this to Watch all Around – Wide Peripheral Vision.
They will Slowly Turn their Heads Side to Side..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Looking Over Shoulder](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_826,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060613L-56WW-Cygnets-11INSYNBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Looking Over Shoulder](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_450,h_662/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/073110R-SHF-Swans-44ForrestBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
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Swans are Curious Creatures.. They will Want to See what is Happening..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Curious](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_808,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081107L-DCo-SVS-Handsome-5INSYNCBD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
Swans will become VERY Worried about their Companion Swans..
If the Companion is being Checked or Removed from the Pond.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Curious](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_827,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/082715L-YKCo-SPR-Swans-23GTAHarryJoeBD4-6003BFocTXT.jpg)
Here “Pippa” was Pacing Near “Harry” as his Feet were being Checked.
And a Small Under Tongue Impaction was Removed..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Curious](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_741,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/082715L-YKCo-SPR-Swans-20PippaBD4-6007CFTXT.jpg)
Check-up Finished… “Harry” made a Bee-Line Across the Pond..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Curious](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_949,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/071815L-YKCo-SPR-Harry-Foot-9BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Dear “Pippa” was VERY Happy. Her Neck REALLY Puffed-UP !!!
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Curious Happy](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_851,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/041616L-YKCo-SPR-Pippa-18BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
This Cob would “Strut” when we Visited him… He was Never Threatening.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Strutting](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_767,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/080109L-DCo-LVGC-Swan-Lynn-6BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
The Young Cygnet is Scared.. He is Posturing-Stiff and Hissing.. “GO AWAY”
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Protective Fear](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_695,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/102013L-56WW-PRR-Cygnet-Hank-33BD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
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Generally, Young Cygnets and Juvenile Swans will Welcome Immature Swans to their Pond..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Welcome](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_866,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/111415L-LCo-CCR-Cygnets-PiP-169BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
They Easily Form Juvenile Groups, Protecting the NewComers.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Welcome](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_873,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/111415L-LCo-CCR-Cygnets-PiP-184BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
They do Well Together until Around 24 Months Old..
Then Watch for Tension – Aggression. Time for Some ReHoming..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Non-Vocal Communication](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_892,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120915L-LCo-CCR-Mute-Cygnets-PiP-12INSYNBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
We Witnessed the Behavior Below at Least Twice.. A Swan Neck-Hugging.
Rob had his Camera READY This Time..
These Young Swan Cygnets had been Apart for Several Months.
When ALL had been Successfully Rehabbed for Various Medical Issues,
We were Able to Bring them to Live Together on a Real Farm Pond..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
They Remember](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_824,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/073110L-SHF-Swans-11INSYNPBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
They were Very Happy to Be Together Again..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
They Remember Happy Hug](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_876,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/073110R-SHF-Swans-119PBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
“Meadow” Neck-Hugged Both Sisters as they came up to his Preening Site.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
They Remember Happy Hug](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_881,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/073110R-SHF-Swans-139PBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
I have had Other Swan Folks Reporting this Neck Twining – Hugging Behavior.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
They Remember Happy Hug](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_878,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/073110R-SHF-Swans-140PBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
“Meadow” Hugged Both Sister Swans. He Accepted Both..
They formed a Threesome.. We were Very Lucky for 8 Years.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
They Remember Happy](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_839,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120412L-SHF-Swans-LUP-80INSYNPBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
A Threesome is NOT a Normal Behavior for Mute Swans..
Normally a Breeding Mute Swan Pair is One Male and One Female..
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![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_686,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/002-081308L-YKCo-HRF-George-21BD4-60015BFTXTitle.jpg)
“George” was a Favorite Swan for us to Visit over the Years..
He was Everything a Mute Cob should be. He was “King” of his Pond.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_818,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/010909L-YKCo-HRF-George-6BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
“George” Patrols his Pond..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_824,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/010909L-YKCo-HRF-George-12BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_786,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/091908L-YKCo-HRF-George-77CBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_851,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/101714L-YKCo-HRF-George-5BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
This Common Swan Behavior is Fun to Watch.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Splash Bath](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_907,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022311L-YKCo-HRF-George-53BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Watching the Swans – Usually the Cobs – Run and Flap Over the Water Surface.
“Wing – Tipping” must Feel Good !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Splash Bath](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_774,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022311L-YKCo-HRF-George-55BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
“George” was Very Much Loved by his Family for 30 Years.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Splash Bath](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_828,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022311L-YKCo-HRF-George-59BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Splash Bath](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_805,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022311L-YKCo-HRF-George-54BD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Splash Bath Preening](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_857,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022311L-YKCo-HRF-George-64BD4-60017BFTXT.jpg)
Time for Preening.
![](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_811,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022311L-YKCo-HRF-George-65BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
I Miss “George.” Lots of Memories that make me Smile..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Splash Bath Preening](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_890,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/030915L-YKCo-HRF-George-21CBD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Walking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_881,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/091908L-YKCo-HRF-George-Pond-95GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
“George” would Swim with us as we Walked along his Pond. (or Stalking)
During the Winter and Spring it was SERIOUS Stalking.. KEEP MOVING.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Walking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_814,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/020611L-YKCo-HRF-George-Foot-Prints-45BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
“George”
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During Colder Winter Months.. Snow and Ice can be Tolerated to a Point.
When there is a COLD Wind.. the Wind Chill Can Affect them.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Snow Ice](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_879,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/012109L-MRYV-RKVBr-Harmony-39BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Healthy Swans are WELL Insulated with Dense Down Close to their Body.
They can Sit on Snow and Ice by Pulling their Feet UP under their Wings.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Snow Ice](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_753,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/120607L-SVS-Handsome-12BD4-6007CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Shiverling](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_824,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/102007L-SVS-Mute-Cygnet-Little-Cutie-7BD4-6005DFTXT.jpg)
If you SEE a Cygnet or ANY Swan SHIVERING…
– They NEED to be Sheltered from the Cold.
The Swan below is TOO HOT.. he is Heat Stressed..
TIME for Shade and Cool Water .
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Heat Hot Stress](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/052812L-56WW-Bentley-Ridge-Polish-Swan-13BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
A Shady Spot and Cold Pool Water and this Cob was More Comfortable.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Heat Hot Stress](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_788,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/052912L-56WW-Bentley-Ridge-Polish-Swan-26BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Kidde Pool Water OUT in the Summer Sun can get HOT ! !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Heat Hot Stress](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_902,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/052812L-56WW-Bentley-Ridge-Polish-Swan-24BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Different Swans and Cygnets Enjoyed the Water Current While the Pool is Refilled.
![Common Swan Behavior
Enjoying the Kidde Pool Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_744,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/092312L-56WW-Blk-Australian-Jackson-4BD4-6007CFTXT.jpg)
The Black Australian Swans Liked to Dig in the Ground
and Put the Dirt in the Kidde Pools.
![Common Swan Behavior
Swans Digging in the Dirt](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_846,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/110612L-56WW-Blk-Australian-Jackson-Delia-5BD4-6005DFTXT.jpg)
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Swans are Able to Walk on Snow and Ice to a Point.
When Air Temperatures are REALLY Cold.
Swans may be Reluctant to Walk on these Frigid Icy Surfaces
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Snow Ice](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_450,h_660/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/121110R-SHF-Pond-Swans-Foot-Prints-5BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
“Meadow” Spent many Months in Recovery at our Home.
He had a Nasty Snapping Turtle Bite at 4 Weeks of Age.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Snow Ice Walking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_885,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/020710L-56WW-Meadow-Snow-56GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
This will be the First Year the Swans will have Christmas Lights. (-;
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Lights](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_880,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/121615L-YKCo-GI-Bridge-Lites-Swans-71MeadowCBD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
We have Traveled many Miles over the Years with “Meadow.”
And we have had Help from Many, Many Kind and Loving People.
– Now Swan Friends.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Lights](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_816,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/121615L-YKCo-GI-Bridge-Lites-Swans-113MeadowCBD4-60025CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Winter Lettuce](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_846,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/012014L-ADCo-GBG-Country-Swans-8LUPBD4-60019BFTXT.jpg)
Swans will Take Turns Pushing and Biting a Head of Lettuce.. A Pond Game.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Lettuce Play](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/051915L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-44LUPBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Walking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_891,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/051916L-YKCo-GI-Meadow-16GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
There were Several Swans that would Walk (Maybe Stalk) as we Walked
Around the Pond Edge.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cygnet Walking](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_949,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/062714L-MDTVGC-Swan-Victoria-9GTABD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
Several Weeks Later, with the Tragic Loss of her Sister..
“Victoria” was in Survival Mode.. and Afraid to Visit with Us..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Survival Mode](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/062714L-MDTVGC-Swan-Victoria-17BD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
Lone Swans Behave much Different then with a Companion.
A Lone Swan is a Lonely Swan
https://swanlovers.net/category/a-lone-swan-is-a-lonely-swan/
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Our Cob “Meadow” is a Mature Mute Male.
His Annual Behavior Goes from “Mellow” to “Macho.” Typical Cob.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_840,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/031711L-SHF-Meadow-62GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
This is NOT Aggressive Behavior.. It is Trust..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_814,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/010612L-SHF-Meadow-15GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
I have Spoken with Other Swan Folks that Mention their Cob Bites Boots..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/042717L-YKCo-WV-Meadow-4GTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_787,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/111717L-YKCo-WV-Meadow-21GTABD4-60019DFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_882,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/063017R-YKCo-WV-Meadow-4BD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_759,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/103018R-YKCo-WV-Meadow-7CBD4-6005DFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_972,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/062915L-SHF-Meadow-5BD4-6005DFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Cob Non Aggressive Biting Boots](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/122715L-YKCo-GI-Swans-49MeadowGTABD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
There is a LOT of Trust between my Favorite Males..
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My Early Swan Visits were at SunRises along our Local River System.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_736,h_562/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112405L-WFV-River-Fog-SWAN-44BD4-6003.jpg)
I Noticed the Swan Watching the SunRises.. Really Watching the Sun Rise.
I Remember Wondering what she was think as another Day Alone began.
Literally, OUT of the Blue Sky One Afternoon a Mute Cob Found her !
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_756,h_580/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112405L-CUMBCo-WFV-Swans-59BD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112015L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-85INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Swans ALSO Watch the Sun Set..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_896,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/100614L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-6INSYNBD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
I Wish I Could Learn What they are Thinking at the End of their Day.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_845,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/121014L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-14BD4-6005CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_707/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112015L-ADCo-PRR-Juveniles-SNS-11INSYNCBD45BFTXT.jpg)
The River Swans would Visit Until Early Twilight then Head Off to their
Safe Night Place.. We Never Learned where they Went..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Watching Sun Rise Sun Set](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_928,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/060707R-MRYV-22CBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
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There is a Pair of Bonded Swans I Remember – BitterSweet Memories.
“Natasha” and “Boris”
“Natasha” was Gentle and Sweet – “Boris” – A True Mute Cob.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_713,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112107L-SVS-Natasha-4CBD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_862,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-12BD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
This Series was Taken on a Sunny Fall Day.. “Boris’s” Hormones were Low.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_783,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-27CBD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
Watching them Share a Bowl of Salad Greens.. “Boris” was a Gentle Cob.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_870,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-Natasha-8BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
He Allowed “Natasha” to Eat First.. Then they Ate Side by Side.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_878,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-Natasha-12CBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
“Boris” Adored “Natasha.” And she Adored him..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_719,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-Natasha-23BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
They were Muttering Quietly to Each Other.. Swan “Small Talk” I Guess..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_830,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-Natasha-24BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
Watching the Gentle, Loving Behavior between Bonded Pairs..
They are All Different.. It is Hard to Put into Words..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Pair Bonded](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_750,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/112807L-SVS-Boris-Natasha-30BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
They were Lovely Dinner Guests.
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A Typical Behavior of Mute Swans is the Way they Carry their Heads.
Mute Swan Normally Swim with their Orange Beaks Pointing Downward.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_558/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/010307L-MRYV-Swans-15INSYNBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
I have to Smile when they are Sorta Swimming and Napping..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_1024,h_497/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/010307L-MRYV-Swans-65INSYNBD4-60017BFTXT.jpg)
Swans Generally Sleep Very Lightly..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_804,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022712L-MillersvilleU-Swan-Lake-37BD4-6009BFTXT.jpg)
Nap Time – It is Common to See Swans Sleeping during the Day.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_858,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/022712L-MillersvilleU-Swan-Lake-42INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
It is Common for One Swan to Watch while the Other Sleeps.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/051914L-ADCo-PRR-Juvenile-Males-73BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
This is Trust….. Both are Sleeping.. I Think. Shhhh….
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/051914L-ADCo-PRR-Juvenile-Males-83INSYNBD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
YEP ! One is Watching. Just in Case… Cute.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_874,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/051914L-ADCo-PRR-Juvenile-Males-89INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
When Cygnets and Swans are Resting… their Feet and Legs do Too !!
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_822,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081913L-56WW-Five-Cygnets-10BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
Their Feet Look like Something is Wrong.. …All Folded & Twisty..
– NORMAL..!!!
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_600,h_709/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081913L-56WW-Five-Cygnets-16BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_899,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081913L-56WW-Five-Cygnets-18BD4-60015BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Curious Alert](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_858,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/081913L-56WW-Five-Cygnets-38BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
I Notice Several Cygnets LOOKING Up in the Air.. Humm..
Then OFF in the Distance I Saw a Blimp.. Floating Quietly. They Saw it.
![](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_818,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/090613L-56WW-Cygnet-Wills-Blimp-4BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
Swans are VERY Alert to ANY Hawk or Airplane Over their Heads..
As Prey they Need to be Watchful…
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_771,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/111509L-SVS-Mute-Cygnet-Meadow-36BD4-6007BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_874,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050209L-YKCo-HRF-Swans-64HannahBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_874,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050209L-YKCo-HRF-Swans-123HannahBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050209L-YKCo-HRF-Swans-125HannahBD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
They are Aware of the Slightest Movement..
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_805,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050214L-ADCo-PRR-Cygnets-213WillieBD4-60013BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_719,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050214L-ADCo-PRR-Cygnets-213WillieBD4-60029BFTXT.jpg)
If there is Water Available..at Night.. Swans WANT to be IN IT !!!
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Instinct to Sleep on Water](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_782,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/083113L-56WW-PM-Five-Cygnets-8INSYNBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
At Night Swans become VERY Quiet.. Their Normal Vocals are Whispered.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_784,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050110L-56WW-Meadow-111NSBD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_790,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/050210L-56WW-Meadow-82BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)
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Images and Observations Gathered by Linda M.Sweger UpDated May 2021
This is a Work in Progress.. I will Add as I have more to Share.
The Image Series are Examples of Similar Behaviors Observed with Various Swans.
All Swans are Individuals.. All have their Own Personalities.
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” I WISH I Could Talk to them Five Minutes a Month.”
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Sleeping Nap](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_869,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/THEND-062312R-YKCo-HRF-Wedding-178SwansCBD4-6003ATXT.jpg)
This is Normal – Their Leg and Foot are OK.
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_877,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/033109R-CNGTCk-Handsome-46BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_883,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/033109R-CNGTCk-Handsome-47BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_873,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/101208L-WSCC-Handsome-21BD4-6003CFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_882,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/101208L-WSCC-Handsome-22BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_850,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/101208L-WSCC-Handsome-29BD4-6003BFTXT.jpg)
![Common Mute Swan Behavior
Swan Leg Foot on Back](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_auto,q_lossless,ret_img,w_805,h_600/https://swanlovers.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/101208L-WSCC-Handsome-30BD4-6005BFTXT.jpg)