Trumpeter Swans at Hudson, WI. February 26, 2010
On Friday, February 26, 2010, I headed up to Hudson again to photograph the Trumpeter Swans there. I had a beautiful, clear day with highs in the upper 20’s and a light and variable breeze. The swans were very cooperative. I set up my folding chair on the ice and shot away. Oh, the tough life of a nature photographer!
In all, I took over 600 images. Here are some of the results.
General view of the swans with a couple of ducks.
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Three Swans a swimming
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I captured this image just after the swan pulled his head out of the water.
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Head on view.
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Side View.
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Graceful curves.
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Side by Side Landing.
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One Swan Asleeping
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Poise
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Here’s looking at you, kid!
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Showoff!
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Shy
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Love
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Another shot of a swan just after pulling its head out of the water.
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Swanson had an excellent routine but just couldn’t stick the landiing!
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PARTY TIME!
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Sig tried hard but the ladies just weren’t impressed.
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The first time, ever I saw your face…
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“What’s so special about those ugly ducklings? I’m the pretty one!”
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I’ll be posting more photos from my day at Hudson later.
Hope you enjoyed!
Tags: Hudson, mallard duck, nature, Photography, Trumpeter Swan, water, wildlife, winter, Wisconsin


















