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Swan with Cygnets

Spotted these on one of the ponds in the Hilsea Lines (a nature reserve), Nr Portsmouth, Hampshire. Mum looked like she was having clean up, whilst the kids were snoozing in the sunshine.
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Eunice Perkins said:

That is adorable!! Beautifully captured shot.
16 months ago

Keith Burton replied to Eunice Perkins:

Glad you like it Eunice..........thank you. I was a joy to see them.
16 months ago

Rosalyn Hilborne said:

Adorable is the perfect word Keith!! Mum having a welcome rest whilst the gorgeous cygnets are asleep! I love the the swan's pose that you've captured so beautifully. I also love the little reflection of the babies and the shot is even better full screen!

Hope you're keeping cool in this hot weather Keith!!
16 months ago

Keith Burton replied to Rosalyn Hilborne:

I can't argue with that Rosa.........it was so lovely to see them, and they were quite close as well.

Thank you for your generous comments.

To be honest we're struggling a bit in this heat and apart from our weekly shop have stayed in today, except I popped out to get the AC in the car re-gassed - that was essential :-)
16 months ago

Günter Klaus said:

Das ist ja eine entzückende Szene,wie diese kleinen Kücken drinnen schlummern lieber Keith,die Mutter schaut auch etwas relaxt aus,solch eine schöne Entdeckung habe ich leider noch nie gehabt,da hast du eine sehr schöne Tieraufnahme machen können :))

Wünsche noch einen schönen Nachmittag,ganz liebe Grüße Güni :))
16 months ago ( translate )

Keith Burton replied to Günter Klaus:

Thanks Güni..............glad yo9u enjoyed this shot. We're very lucky to have a lot of swans in this part of the country,.

Have a lovely evening...........I hope it is not too hot for you.
16 months ago

J.Garcia said:

Sleeping cygnets still the nest..and motherly pride
Marvelous, Keith!
16 months ago

Keith Burton replied to J.Garcia:

Many thanks Judite..............glad you like them.........and the shot!
16 months ago

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Keith Burton:

Glad you've got the AC sorted Keith. I've only been food shopping and for once, it was quite nice along the chilled section :-))
16 months ago

Annemarie said:

Mamma has such a nice pose, a wonderful nature image
16 months ago ( translate )

John FitzGerald said:

Captivating.
16 months ago

Ulrich John said:

Beautiful family-life ! Fine picture, Keith !
16 months ago ( translate )

Herb Riddle said:

Its that time of year again. I saw some yesterday too on our canal. Another great capture Keith. Well done.

Best Wishes. Herb
16 months ago

Jenny McIntyre said:

Oh how absolutely fabulous Keith. Those cygnets are adorable.
16 months ago

Xata said:

Seems they are in a floating nest....
16 months ago