like all waterfowl the Whooper Swan has webbed feet. This provides this powerful bird with propulsion when swimming, push for take-off and skids.

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like all waterfowl the Whooper Swan has webbed feet. This provides this powerful bird with propulsion when swimming, push for take-off and skids for landing on water.

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Size: 6000px × 4000px
Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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