by simpleDesigns | Sep 6, 2011 | Birding, Raptor Center
In late June I was asked to join a crew of volunteers to help rescue a Trumpeter Swan. Neighbors in a Elk River, MN neighborhood had watched a swan during the late spring and early summer and had determined that he was injured and unable to leave their large backyard...
by simpleDesigns | Dec 20, 2010 | Birding
The largest of North American waterfowl and the largest swan in the world, the Trumpeter Swan is resident throughout much of its range, but migratory in other parts. Its was reduced to near extinction by the early 20th century, but it is relatively common today....
by simpleDesigns | Nov 21, 2008 | Birding
Another quick trip over to Vadnais. There have been 6 Trumpeter Swans (adults and juveniles) feeding along the access road this week. The mallards hang around then as they stir up stuff to eat.
