I went to a swamp to take a walk around. Some kinds of ducks are in water under the warm sunshine.
To my surprise, about 20 swans have spent days here. Two years ago, I just watched 3 swans. I don't know why so many have decided to stay here.
I thought about their way of life when I was a child. As you know, they fly to warmer areas from north in the early winter and fly back in the beginning of spring. I have no idea why they chose this habit. Have they never felt difficulty of moving 5,000 kms without any insurance? Are not migratory birds in envy of convenience which resident birds are blessed with?
I watched some young ones that were born probably one or two years ago. How was your trip to here? I hope you can enjoy warmer days in safety.
White swans look beautiful, anyway.
They do not exaggerate their brave behavior. They love their children everytime and everywhere.
The pond area is a lovely place for a walk and enjoy watching the ducks and swan. I too have wondered about the habits of migratory birds. I suppose God has made them that way and they just know it. Wishing you and yours Happy & Blessed New year 2021.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful birds!
ReplyDeleteLovely photos of the swans.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful habitat populated with pretty inhabitants!These migratory birds act (and fly) on instinct! How wonderful that would be for humans, instead of analyzing and contemplating their every move! Happy 2021!
ReplyDeleteHello rtc, Such a great picture with the stone bridge in the background. I envy them their sunshine--I can't remember the last time the sun came out in Taipei!
ReplyDelete--Jim
How lovely they are.
ReplyDeleteThe songs swans are beautiful!!I think it is entry permit and quarantine hih hih just kidding!
ReplyDeleteyou should be happy happy to be so lucky to see these beautiful birds!
They have also a special song and are really amazing in flight
Wish you a happy New Year!
Anita
Broad Horizons, Happiness and Prosperity in 2021!
ReplyDeleteDearest RTC.,
ReplyDeleteWhat a joy to encounter that many majestic swans at the large pond. Even such a regal white one!
Yes, one wonders how migratory birds make the vast trek each year for moving thousands of kilometers into an unknown temporary residency.
Lovely post and the weather was great for these photos.
Wishing you a peaceful transition from 2020 into 2021!
Hugs,
Mariette
lovely photos
ReplyDeletethey are pretty and interesting to watch
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful pictures!
ReplyDeleteI wish you good health and happiness in the New Year. May it be kind to us, bring peace and quietness.
I love your reflections on the swans -- they are beautiful and your photos are just lovely. That blue water -- it will be some time before I see that here! Sending you all wishes for a beautiful and happy new year and thanks for your visits to my blog as well.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos! Wishing you all the best in the new year!
ReplyDeleteLovely to see your photographs.
ReplyDeleteSending my good wishes for a happy and healthy 2021.
All the best Jan
Lovely photos and birds! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures.
ReplyDeletesuch delightful images dear Friend :)
ReplyDeletethey made my day ,thank you for dropping by and kind words !
loved this blog and sharing is remarkable alongwith outstanding photos
many more blessings to you and family and wishing you a Healthy happy new year !
Gorgeous pictures!Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteMagnificas imagens destas belas aves, que deslizam sobre as águas com uma elegância extraordinária!
ReplyDeleteProvavelmente o seu instinto, fez com que ficassem por aí... o clima anda meio estranho! Aqui em Portugal, os Invernos, até que costumam ser relativamente amenos... mas este ano, mergulhámos numa frente fria, que durou várias semanas! Em Espanha, esquiava-se nas ruas de certas cidades, onde não é mesmo nada comum nevar...
Um grande abraço! Feliz 2021, com saúde!
Ana
I used to always wonder what it would be like to ride on the back of a Canadian goose when it was migrating...and I still think about the sights they must see!
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