Wednesday, 8 April 2026

Swans Heart and Swans Sunset ... Midweek Interlude!

~ Two photographs for midweek interlude ~

Swans are known for their graceful movements across water and their unique mating rituals. One of the most recognizable behaviors of mated swans is when they curve their necks together to form a heart shape. This “heart pose” is an endearing symbol of swan courtship and pair bonding. Swans are monogamous birds that mate for life. But why exactly do swans do this heart thing? The reasons are rooted in swan biology and social dynamics and you can read more about this, and swans, here

Swans at Fareham, photo credit Yen Milne


Peaceful, Swans Sunset at Hatchet Pond, photo credit Helen Nikandrou

Wishing all readers a happy midweek Wednesday.

All the best Jan
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40 comments:

  1. Linda's Relaxing Lair8 April 2026 at 00:11

    Absolutely stunning, dear Jan! Soothing as well! Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos!

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  2. DeniseinVA8 April 2026 at 00:13

    Swans are so regal looking. Beautiful images and information Jan. Thank you and have a wonderful week. All the best, Denise

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  3. Mari8 April 2026 at 00:19

    That's so interesting! I recently saw swans doing this when we were in Florida. It's nice to read the reasoning for it.

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  4. J.P. Alexander8 April 2026 at 01:24

    Lindos cisnes. Te mando un beso.

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  5. Linda8 April 2026 at 01:49

    Lovely post!

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  6. 💐 Debby/My Shasta Home8 April 2026 at 02:36

    They are so beautiful. Thanks Jan for the info.

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  7. Fun608 April 2026 at 02:45

    They are beautiful birds.

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  8. peppylady (Dora)8 April 2026 at 03:06

    We usually see Swan in colder months

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  9. Debbie8 April 2026 at 03:44

    i have tried for so long and so many times to capture the swans in that pose in the first picture, i have never been successful!! beautiful, thanks for sharing this, you know i loved this!!

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  10. Christine8 April 2026 at 05:22

    Off to check out your swan link to learn more thanks!

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  11. Kay8 April 2026 at 05:48

    Swans are such graceful birds. I loved seeing so many Whooper swans in Hokkaido earlier this year enjoying the warm waters of the crater lake. I love seeing when they make that heart shape.

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  12. Katerinas Blog8 April 2026 at 06:14

    The swans radiate such tranquility!!
    Wonderful photos, they are the beauty we needed for a wonderful start to the day!!

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  13. Margaret D8 April 2026 at 06:27

    They are a graceful, beautiful creature the swan.

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  14. The Rev. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLA8 April 2026 at 06:29

    Wow, they're gorgeous! Hope you had a blessed Easter. Blessings!

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  15. Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 38 April 2026 at 07:01

    They are God’s gift to us

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  16. roentare8 April 2026 at 07:21

    Thank you for the peaceful images

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  17. Elkes Lebensglück8 April 2026 at 08:04

    Swans are so wonderful , thank you for sharing these interesting posting! hugs Elke

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  18. chica8 April 2026 at 09:43

    Que lindas fotos e os cisnes são lindos!
    beijos, chica

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  19. Iris Flavia8 April 2026 at 10:35

    Oh, sadly I get a "403 Forbidden" when I click on the "here"-link. I remember a cousin tried to pet a swan and got bitten for that, so I rather keep the distance ;-)

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  20. Luiz Gomes8 April 2026 at 10:50

    Bom dia Jan. Obrigado pela visita e comentário. Essas fotos, dos cisnes, ficaram lindas. Aproveito para desejar, uma excelente quarta-feira, para você e todos os seus familiares, no Reino Unido. Grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro.

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  21. David M. Gascoigne,8 April 2026 at 12:06

    Recognized by all!

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  22. Angie's Recipes8 April 2026 at 12:32

    The sunset and swans are so pretty.

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  23. eileeninmd8 April 2026 at 12:47

    Hello Jan,
    The swans are beautiful birds, always a treat to see.
    Take care, enjoy your day!

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  24. Giorgio8 April 2026 at 13:29

    Marvelous creatures.

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  25. Kim 8 April 2026 at 13:30

    When I was in high school, I painted swans in that exact pose!

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  26. Conniecrafter8 April 2026 at 15:20

    Lovely pictures and interesting about why they do it, and even with people, their caregivers :)

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  27. Ananka8 April 2026 at 15:40

    I love Swans so much. Such wonderful birds :-D

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  28. Carla from The River8 April 2026 at 15:40

    Hi,
    We are blessed to have swans here in our part of Wisconsin. I LOVE them. They stay on the open water on the Red Cedar river in the winter. We are able to appreciate them all year long.
    xo

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  29. an artist reflects8 April 2026 at 15:40

    Beautiful swan photos and info ~ hugs ^_^
    thanks for commenting on my blog too ^_^

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  30. Jeanie8 April 2026 at 19:59

    Both these photos are beautiful!

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  31. Chatty Crone8 April 2026 at 20:44

    STUNNING and PEACEFUL!

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  32. Tom8 April 2026 at 20:58

    ...lovely!

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  33. Lowcarb team member8 April 2026 at 21:04

    GOOGLE TRANSLATE

    J.P. Alexander
    Lindos cisnes. Te mando un beso.

    Beautiful swans. I'm sending you a kiss.

    chica
    Que lindas fotos e os cisnes são lindos!
    beijos, chica

    What beautiful photos, and the swans are gorgeous!

    Kisses, Chica

    Luiz Gomes
    Bom dia Jan. Obrigado pela visita e comentário. Essas fotos, dos cisnes, ficaram lindas. Aproveito para desejar, uma excelente quarta-feira, para você e todos os seus familiares, no Reino Unido. Grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro.

    Good morning Jan. Thank you for your visit and comment. These photos of the swans are beautiful. I take this opportunity to wish you and all your family in the United Kingdom an excellent Wednesday. Big hug from your Brazilian friend.

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  34. Anonymous8 April 2026 at 21:08

    Thank you for the beautiful swan photos and information.
    Lovely post Jan.

    Tina

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  35. Sandra Cox8 April 2026 at 21:37

    Beautiful. Happy Wednesday, Jan.

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  36. HappyK8 April 2026 at 21:45

    Such beautiful graceful creatures.

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  37. Kay G.8 April 2026 at 22:59

    I love that they mate for life. I loved seeing them in England. xx

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  38. Victor S E Moubarak8 April 2026 at 23:27

    Wonderful (peaceful) photos. Thanx Jan.
    Why are swans not used in falconry? It would be wonderful seeing them land on one's outstretched arm. Just saying !!!

    God bless.

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  39. Bill8 April 2026 at 23:50

    Pretty sunset and lovely swans. Thanks for sharing, Jan.

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  40. My name is Erika.9 April 2026 at 01:50

    Those swan photos are beautiful. What a nice mid-week relaxing post. :)

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