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Hand reared Whooper Swans (Cygnus cygnus) in flight. Birds imprinted and trained by Lloyd
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Hand reared Whooper Swans (Cygnus cygnus) in flight. Birds imprinted and trained by Lloyd
Hand reared Whooper Swans (Cygnus cygnus) in flight. Birds imprinted and trained by Lloyd and Rose Buck for filming purposes. Somerset, UK, January 2011
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Taking Flight - When Swans Spread Their Wings and Soar!
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. In this photo print, we witness the majestic beauty of hand-reared Whooper Swans as they gracefully take to the skies. Imprinted and trained by Lloyd and Rose Buck for filming purposes, these birds have become true avian stars in Somerset, UK. Against a backdrop of frost-kissed fields and an expansive airfield, four determined swans soar together in perfect flight formation. With their long necks elegantly stretched out and wings beating in unison, they showcase both strength and unity. As these feathered friends navigate the vast expanse above them, their determination is palpable. They seem to be on a mission - perhaps searching for new adventures or simply enjoying the thrill of flying freely through the crisp winter air. The sight of these hand-reared beauties reminds us of the power of human-animal connection. Through Lloyd's patient training and nurturing care, these once-vulnerable creatures have learned to trust humans while retaining their innate wildness. This extraordinary moment captured by John Waters encapsulates not only the mesmerizing beauty of nature but also highlights our ability to form deep bonds with wildlife. It serves as a reminder that when humans work harmoniously with animals like these Whooper Swans, incredible things can happen – even if it's just for filming purposes!
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