Most swans, like this Mute Swan, use a technique known as up-ending to feed from the lake bottom. This is easier than such a big bird trying to dive.

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Most swans, like this Mute Swan, use a technique known as up-ending to feed from the lake bottom. This is much easier and energy saving, than such a big bird trying to dive.

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Size: 5500px × 4528px
Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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