The large fleshy carbuncle at the base of the male, or cob Mute Swan shows he is in prime condition. The exaggerated wing position is a posture.
The large fleshy carbuncle at the base of the male, or cob Mute Swan shows he is in prime condition. The exaggerated wing position is a behavioural posture to show he is dominant.
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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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