Cygnets Fly In

With a southerly blustery wind, Slim , Sue and cygnets flew in for their morning feed. As usual, Runty is still not flying and behind in development still. The river is extremely low and landing space limited for birds with a 6 foot wingspan, no wonder, one got injured last week. After the feed, was time for a rest in the Autumn sunshine. Short video of the flight in below.

Popeye Takes Over !

 Within hours of his return, Popeye re-asserted his alpha role, bonding with Penny and showing the cygnets the way out ! 

With the approval of Penny he started to chase the cygnets up and down the river and eventually out to Sea. 

However this afternoon they returned - but the writing is on the wall I think.

Popeye is back to full health and has flown around to check his wings. 

Penny has taken on a new lease of life, and is happy for Popeye to do his duty - she can now relax and get some rest !