Comment from Paul G.
I don't think people really understand how deadly a swan is. I have seen them attack a dog and just tear them apart. They can be very vicious. Excellent photo on the swan. Good focus and clarity.

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2018

right: I've seen too; many thanks paul

Comment from Monica Morrell
This is a great image. it shows action and some mystery. Well focused. Nice color. Great subject matter. An enjoyable view. The babies are so precious and they look so fluffy and soft.
Momma does a great job keeping them safe. I wouldn't want to mess with her at all.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

thanks a lot monica

Comment from suzannethompson2
Excellent capture of this beautiful Swan with her long neck outstretched as she protects her lovely little cygnets from the dog barking. I love the post you caught here. Very good lighting and focus showing a lovely clear image. Great composition. Suzanne

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

thanks a lot suzanne

Comment from ArtistCharles
Nice catch of her protecting (not obvious) her babies from the dog. The babies are so cute swimming along. Nice balance in the shot. Good colors. Nice focus. Well seen. Have a good trip.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

thanks so much again

Comment from nikman
Yes, your fine nature shot does seem to suggest that it's neck does look unusually long. Your appropriate composition allows us a good look at the action. Sharpness and exposure are good. Nicely taken!

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

many thanks again

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Fred,
A beautiful picture of the Mother Mute Swan tell the dog in no uncertain terms to get lost! while she is protecting her newly hatched Cygnets swimming nearby. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & razor sharp focus.
Susan.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

merci beaucoup

Comment from Miranda Langston
this is such a cute photograph. there's nothing quite like a mother's love ^.^ this is a very nice photo with a good depth of focus, very good exposure, and an excellent subject

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

thanks so much again

Comment from Linda Wetzel
Oh my, I have never seen a swan stretch it's neck this far. The flexibility of their necks and the necks of flamingos never ceases to amaze me. The baby cygnets are so fluffy and cute swimming along with mama. I like the fallen tree and the little eddies in the water.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2018

thanks so much again