The Cygnet and the Seal

A Combination of High tide, low pressure and river spate ensured that the river breached the banks at the estuary today. The estimated tide was 4.6 metres which was not out of the ordinary for a spring tide, it could have been much higher. It is the highest I have seen at this time of year, after the long dry spell it will help the Spawning Salmon get up the tributaries. The Seal was very much on the prowl for any passing Salmon, and at one point perhaps contemplating a bit of cygnet ! It had a definite close look and the cygnet was keeping a very wary eye on the river predator, with Mum and Dad at a safe distance.

Lefty Meets Steven Seagael

Our recovering Cygnet Lefty had a good day and spent most of the time having naps and chilling out by the pool. My year old mate Steven sat close by and seems to accept the cygnet without any problems. The main problem is the other seagulls that are plaguing the place, I have already taken two down to the river and given another three to the SSPCA and still have two around. Anyway I'm hoping the Cygnet will be able to return to the river within a few days, he keeps walking around like ET checking the gate and wanting to go home !