So without 'further ado' this post brings something completely different, and I hope you enjoy the read.
There are just six species of swans in the Cygnus genus of the large waterbird family Anatidae. Sometimes, seven species are described, with the Bewick’s swan sometimes classified separately as the Eurasian sister species to the Tundra swan.
The UK is home to four of six species of these gracious birds, with the Mute swan unsurprisingly being the most common.
"A swan has been rescued after being seen on busy road and reunited with family at Hilsea Lido in Portsmouth, South East England.
The stricken creature was seen near the roundabout approach on London Road in Hilsea last week. Police were able to bring the white bird to safety, away from oncoming traffic.
It was then put back in the water with its family at Hilsea Lido. Portsmouth Police were able to write a tongue in cheek response after the animal was rescued.
The force said: “This evening the team responded to a report of a concern for welfare of an animal in the middle of the road. The following description was given: ‘Its about two feet tall, long slender neck, kinda orange and black bill. Anything else?... Well It’s a Swan’.
"We are pleased to say we managed to locate and reunite the Swan with its family at the Hilsea Lido.”
The swan being rescued and returned to Hilsea Lido. Pictures: Portsmouth Police.
These large waterbirds have featured in human myth, folklore and legend for many thousands of years and have a rather regal position in British culture courtesy of their ownership by the British Crown (in the case of Mute swans, at least).
This ancient tradition dates back to 1482 and culminates each year in the practice of Swan Upping, an annual ceremony in which Mute swans on the River Thames are ringed and released.
The stricken creature was seen near the roundabout approach on London Road in Hilsea last week. Police were able to bring the white bird to safety, away from oncoming traffic.
It was then put back in the water with its family at Hilsea Lido. Portsmouth Police were able to write a tongue in cheek response after the animal was rescued.
The force said: “This evening the team responded to a report of a concern for welfare of an animal in the middle of the road. The following description was given: ‘Its about two feet tall, long slender neck, kinda orange and black bill. Anything else?... Well It’s a Swan’.
"We are pleased to say we managed to locate and reunite the Swan with its family at the Hilsea Lido.”
I'm pleased that everything ended well 😊
A little more about swans
Swans are emblematic, majestic, magnificent, grandiose and gracious; you’ll run out of superlatives to describe them!These large waterbirds have featured in human myth, folklore and legend for many thousands of years and have a rather regal position in British culture courtesy of their ownership by the British Crown (in the case of Mute swans, at least).
This ancient tradition dates back to 1482 and culminates each year in the practice of Swan Upping, an annual ceremony in which Mute swans on the River Thames are ringed and released.
The UK is home to four of six species of these gracious birds, with the Mute swan unsurprisingly being the most common.
... and you can read more about swans here
So glad the swan was rescued!
ReplyDeleteI didn't say in the post but this story seen in The Portsmouth News ...
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
...some jobs are unpredictable.
ReplyDeleteThey are such majestic creatures. Glad it was rescued!
ReplyDeleteI get confused in those round-a-bouts too! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteI like this post, it’s very interesting and informative. Your blog is always a great read. Thank you for sharing this. Wishing you a BLESSED week!
ReplyDeleteI truly appreciate your visit to my blog. Your thoughtful comments mean a lot to me!
Uy que tierna historia,. Me alegro que el cisne y su familia esten bien.
ReplyDeleteNice feel good story. Glad the swan was reunited with its family. They mate for life so the mate would have been inconsolable at the loss.
ReplyDeleteWonderful news. White swans always seem exotic to me.
ReplyDeleteSuch a good story, always pleasing to read about animals/birds being rescued.
ReplyDeleteHow very interesting. I need to read more about this. I love how the cygnets ride upon their mother.Practical Parsimony
ReplyDeleteQue bom o final foi bem feliz! beijos, chica
ReplyDeleteThis is the good news story I needed this morning - thank you, Jan! I love swans.
ReplyDeleteAww! Happy it was rescued!!
ReplyDeletehugs
Donna
A happy ending and story. I am so glad the swan was rescued.
ReplyDeleteTake care, have a great day!
Very nice and endearing entrance, as always the impeccable work of the police.
ReplyDeleteBest regards.
Swans are wonderful birds, and the police action to save one and take it home is great! We have black and white ones here, I love watching them nesting. Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteGood news like this shouldThey are still in the newspapers every day.
ReplyDeleteI think swans are so lovely but I've heard they can be kind of mean! That policeman must have the magic touch -- both he and the swan looked happy!
ReplyDeleteA good story with a happy ending.
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful :-)))
ReplyDeleteYears ago my husband also saved a swan together with his colleague... the swan's wing had frozen on the lake in the winter so that it couldn't leave... there was one too Report and photos in the local newspaper... the fire department is responsible here.
Thank you for the beautiful article - immediately a wonderful memory for me.
I wish you a happy evening.
Hug from Viola
Such a lovely story. Glad to hear some happy news.
ReplyDeleteWonderful that it was saved.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful creatures.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Love the swans. Such a cute story.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great story!
ReplyDeleteGlad the story had a good ending and the young swan are really very cuddly looking, unlike the adults, which are more regal looking.
ReplyDeletewhat a fun story dear Jan
ReplyDeleteglad that departed bird met it's family again :)
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nice job by authorities .
swan is majestic bird no doubt
blessings
It's always a joy to see s swan, so I am glad that this one could be rescued. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to see that the swan was rescued. And I smiled and missed England as I read about yet another of your so very many traditions. I feel that traditions give you roots and a sense of belonging. I loved this post.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great story! I am amazed that that police woman was able to hold that swam like that.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that was one of their better calls to go out on, but still can be a bit tricky. You never really realize how long their necks are until you see them against a person. So nice they could reunite him with his group
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet ending to this story that could have gone terribly wrong.
ReplyDeleteThat's good news.
ReplyDeleteHi Jan, This post makes my day. Wow, thanks for sharing the story! And that last image … Oh My Goodness … sweetest picture of the year! John
ReplyDeleteWell, they will be talking about that rescue for awhile! I'm glad it ended well, I love swans!
ReplyDeleteA good story.
ReplyDeleteOh Wow! What a wonderful rescue and unification of the swan with its family ~ Xo
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Son preciosos esos cisnes. Besos.
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