The Lone Swan on Christmas and the New Pair | Mute Swans in South Holland

Mute swans are fascinating creatures, known for their territorial nature even in winter. In this video, we follow the story of a lone swan on Christmas and the emergence of a new pair in our local canals of South Holland, The Netherlands. Witness the intriguing behaviors of these majestic birds as they guard their territories, chase intruders, and adapt to the cold months.

Throughout the video, you’ll see:
• A lone mute swan, spotted on Christmas with church bells echoing in the background.
• A new pair of young and healthy mute swans taking over the territory, forcing the lone swan to find a new home down the street.
• Insights into the dynamics of swan territories and how they protect their areas even in the quieter winter season.

Additionally, one of the swans has a silver band around its leg. This is common in The Netherlands, where mute swans are often banded by conservationists or researchers. The bands serve to track their movements, study their behaviors, and sometimes indicate a prior rescue or health check. Swan banding is part of efforts to monitor wildlife populations and ensure their well-being.

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The Lone Swan on Christmas and the new banded swan pair!