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Swan neck
David7

Swan neck (Cygnus olor)

The mute swan is one of the largest and heaviest flying birds.
The name Mute originates because it is noticeably less vocal than other swan species.
Adults are completely white, although the neck and head feathers can become stained from tannin in the water, as they feed from submerged water plants,
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Habitat
Natural and Park lakes, reservoirs, rivers, waterways, sheltered sea coasts and will graze in fields and salt marshes when not on water.
Location
Eastbourne Lakes
Date taken
January 2014
Scientific name
Cygnus olor
Equipment used
Nikon
delia todd
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Goodness David... you've got such wonderful feather detail showing in this image.

A superb close-up this - very well done lad.
 
Stanley Jones
Supporter
Wow, what a picture of this Swan's neck and head with its keen eye keeping a suspicious eye on you. Great close-up David!
 

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