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Artful Thames swans win a tasty meal. Brian Adams 9 and Michael Mitchell 10 keen young

Artful Thames swans win a tasty meal. Brian Adams 9 and Michael Mitchell 10 keen young


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Artful Thames swans win a tasty meal. Brian Adams 9 and Michael Mitchell 10 keen young

Artful Thames swans win a tasty meal. Brian Adams 9 and Michael Mitchell 10 keen young fisherman in the river at Kingston-on-Thames take trouble in preparting their bait which is a bread and worm mixture. The swan has discovered an easy method of getting a tasty feed of " pre-digested" food. When the young anglers are expecting a bite, he comes us behind and clears up all the bait. September 1952 C4278

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Artful Thames swans win a tasty meal! In this charming snapshot from September 1952, young fishermen Brian Adams, 9, and Michael Mitchell, 10, are seen eagerly preparing their bait along the serene river at Kingston-on-Thames. Their secret concoction? A delightful mixture of bread and worms that promises to lure in the biggest catch. However, these clever swans have discovered an ingenious shortcut to a delicious feast. As the boys patiently await a bite on their fishing lines, one mischievous swan sneaks up behind them and cunningly devours all their carefully prepared bait. With its 'pre-digested' food strategy, this feathered connoisseur has found an effortless way to satisfy its hunger while leaving our aspiring anglers empty-handed. This heartwarming photograph captures not only the enthusiasm of childhood hobbies but also showcases nature's ability to outsmart even the most determined fishermen. The joyous expressions on Brian and Michael's faces reveal their admiration for these artful avian creatures who have stolen both their bait and hearts. Transporting us back to simpler times in the nostalgic 1950s era, this image is a testament to timeless humor and innocent adventures shared between children and wildlife alike. Let it serve as a reminder that sometimes unexpected encounters with nature can bring more joy than any successful fishing expedition ever could.

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