A protected bird since 1387, the Mute Swan is one of the largest waterbirds in the UK. They are fastidious in keeping their plumage pristine

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A protected bird since 1387, the Mute Swan is one of the largest waterbirds in the UK. They are fastidious in keeping their plumage pristine and spend long hours grooming

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Size: 6500px × 4333px
Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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