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Old 09-17-2009, 08:41 PM
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Default "Piggy-back" - 2 cygnets on swan's back!
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Just got camera out in time to capture this wonderful sight!
Then they had to wheeeeeeeeeeee off as the swan nose-dived!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tony-po...7621091107494/

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Old 09-17-2009, 09:03 PM
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What a Great capture of a great moment.I've heard of this behavior, but never witnessed it.
thanks for sharing this
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Old 09-18-2009, 01:09 AM
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oh that is just so cute..lovely sweet shot.
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Old 09-18-2009, 01:55 AM
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Welcome to DPS!

Great shot! I've never seen this. thanks for sharing.
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Old 09-18-2009, 02:02 AM
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I love this shot...very nice..it would be great if you could post the actual shot instead of a link. Keep positng and thanks for sharing.
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Old 09-18-2009, 10:01 AM
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Many thanks for welcome and generous feedback!
I had problems inserting image straight, for some reason; I'll try again with another...
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