6/09/2013 Mute Swan - Male

Mute Swans  What a great treat!  Today, on a new walkabout trail around a small pond, a Mute Swan family has taken up residence.  Like any family, father (above) protected his kids, the Cygnets (just below).  Actually, he was quite aggressive at defending his territory from people passing by on the trail.

5/09/2013 Mute Swan Cygnets

The Cygnets were carefree kids having fun around the pond and looking for snacks.

6/09/2013 Mute Swans

Mom kept close to the Cygnets even when dad was busy defending the family.

5/09/2013 Mute Swan - Female