What to feed the swans - HELP

[sammie9]

We had 2 pair of Black Australian Swans. Something has killed 1 pair (and attacked the geese we have too). We have had to cage the other two until the traps catch what is attacking the animals. They are normally on the pond and will snatch some of the chicken feed through the fences when they want more to eat. Because they are not eating off the pond (as they have for the last 2 1/2 years) what should we be feeding them until they can be safely released again?

Any help you can offer is greatly appreciated.

Sammie9 :h?:

[IanF]

Hi Sammie9,

I'm afraid that I can't help with the diet advice but on behalf of Admin and the Moderators, welcome to Bird Forum :t:

Hopefully someone will be along soon who can help with your query.

See you around.

[alcedo.atthis]

Sammie9, a few links for information :-
http://www.kidszoo.com/animals/blackswan.htm
http://www.chaffeezoo.org/animals/blackSwan.html
http://www.indystar.com/nie/rtz_activity12.html
http://www.emichigancity.com/cityhall/departments/zoo/animals/blackswan.htm

Basically, they are saying the same thing, and the situation would mirror yours.

Regards

Malky.

[sammie9]

Thank you Malky,

The sites you gave were very imformative and a relief. They basically say what we have been doing the last few days has been correct. I was worried it wasn't right.

Have a God Blessed day
Sammie9

[sammie9]

Thank you Malky,

The sites you gave were very imformative and a relief. They basically say what we have been doing the last few days has been correct. I was worried it wasn't right.

Have a God Blessed day
Sammie9

[alcedo.atthis]

No problem, only glad to help

Best regards

Malky.