BLACK SWAN ♥ NESTING

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BLACK SWAN ♥ FOUR CYGNETS
FOLLOW THEIR JOURNEY!
• BLACK SWAN ♥ CYGNETS
The BLACK SWAN is a large waterbird, a species of swan, which breeds in the southeast and southwest regions of AUSTRALIA. Within Australia they are nomadic, with erratic migration patterns dependent upon climatic conditions.
BLACK SWANS are ready for breeding at the age of 18 months, and most breed before the end of three years. They are monogamous breeders that share incubation duties and cygnet rearing between the sexes. In the black swan, males spend more time incubating the clutch than females do. Incubation is between 39 - 43 days. (Initially there were 5 eggs on this nest, one was discarded early on (possibly unfertilised)... the remaining 4 eggs hatched over a period of 3 days.
The swans prefer large, permanent swamps and lakes with emergent and submerged aquatic vegetation. The male swan, tagged with an identification band, for monitoring, as part of a long term study to examine the population biology of Black Swans. The information obtained from the study will build upon the scientific body of knowledge that relates to this species.
CYGNETS... downy, light grey. After 3 - 4 weeks cygnets get light brown feathers. process continues up to fledging at 113 -160 days. Eye and bill begin to colour from 60 days onward.¸.•´இڿڰۣ ♥
THE EXPLORER GEORGE BASS, commenting on the notes of the BLACK SWAN, wrote... 'That song, so celebrated by the poets of former times, exactly resembled the creaking of a rusty ale-house sign on a windy day'... yet many find the black swan's trumpeting musical!
MUSIC by LYNNE MUSIC
TRACK ~ 'SUN WILLOW'
(Neo Sounds O/N 40947)

[@bellamoonnature]

Just when I thought they were all out of danger... at around 11 weeks one young cygnet disappeared. It broke my heart, as I had been filming them every day, enjoying their rapid growth. I still see the remaining 3 everyday. This week the five (including parents) flew along my lake together. Very memorable and beautiful moment. They have grown into the most gorgeous ( very strong) birds. Thank you for your visit and enquiring about them. Have a wonderful weekend. Warmest greetings. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Jean. They are beautiful birds... great parents! The little cygnets are doing so well. Growing up fast! Appreciate your visit and kind words. Have a wonderful week. Warm greetings Bella

[@marilynmclean8921]

Always loved birds, big and small. They are smarter than you can imagine, the sounds they make are so enchanting to listen to. The swan mates for life too, they take care of their babies as a team. How beautiful to watch them emerge...

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you!.. I've seen the cygnets every day of their (now) 6 week journey. They are so healthy... doing extremely well. Appreciate your visit. Happy day. Bella

[@peacocklover27]

Oh, how sweet! The little ones tug at my heart strings! The whole family swimming along the lake makes such a precious picture! You have captured nature at its best! I've watched it a few times, over and over. It's mesmerizing and absolutely delightful! Thank you so much for this masterpiece of a capture!

[@ParadiseAtHomeGardening]

Beautiful family of swans💞💞💞

[@bellamoonnature]

Appreciate your visit... Thank you! ❤️

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Tim, Did you noticed the movement... the tiny heartbeat inside the egg? Too precious!!! Their natural, maternal instincts are incredible. Thank you for enjoying this 'special moment!' Happy weekend... again, safe travels my friend. Greetings Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Warm greetings Marilyn, Thank you so much. Thrilled you enjoyed. It's indeed a beautiful moment. Thankfully, they are all doing extremely well. Wishing you a wonderful weekend also. Hugs Bella x

[@bellamoonnature]

... and what a placed you've found! Appreciate your visit, your kind words (and always very witty, enjoyable comments!) Have a fantastic weekend in your piece of paradise! Bella

j 'adore cette musique douce , douce qui accompagne ces splendides cygnes qui de par leur beauté ne m 'apportent que de la joie et du bonheur ! merci très fort de ce partage ..amitiés evelyne

[@LJG907]

Your undivided attention to these little ones have made you a God parent. So, now it is in your hands to see to it that these little ones are taken care of. You have done so, thus far, my dear friend. Keep us updated, please. Warm hugs ....

[@BenBill1000]

Piękny film! Wspaniała łabędzia rodzinka. Czarnych łabędzi nie widziałem.., są piękne. Dziękuję, serdecznie pozdrawiam. B.

[@AndraClark-or8tu]

What an absolutely beautiful Swan and her babies thank you

[@bellamoonnature]

+Andra. Clark Tнαηк уσυ so much for your visit and for enjoying these majestic beauties! *HAPPY NEW YEAR* ✰* 🎉🎉🎉* ⒽⒶⓋⒺ Ⓐ ⓌⓄⓃⒹⒺⓇⒻⓊⓁ 2016 *🎉🎉🎉* ✰*★•❥ Best wishes... always! bɛɭɭɑ ﾒ

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Kathryn, I agree!... they are very devoted, caring, protective parents. Appreciate your beautiful thoughts. Thank you so much! Have a wonderful week. Hugs Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

So sweet of you Annie... many thanks! Have a wonderful day. Hugs bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Sincere thanks Dear Sean for your wonderful comment. It was indeed a very moving, 'special' moment! Thrilled to say these precious little bundles of joy are doing exceptionally well! Their parents are so devoted and protective of them... wonderful to witness. Thanks again my dear friend for your support and delightful friendship. Do enjoy a beautiful week. Hugs and happiness. Bella x

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Ethen, Listening to your wonderful music selections while I'm typing... wonderful! Thank you for your visit. The beautiful little cygnets are growing up fast! Cheers. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you! Happy weekend. Bella

[@DesertDriver100]

Hi, Bella...This video is gorgeous + the music is also. The swans are so beautiful and I thank you for sharing this video and for providing information about the swans. Have a great weekend.-------JP

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Aneema, Thank you for enjoying this 'special' tender moment. Appreciate your very kind, beautiful words. Thank you... always! Have a wonderful weekend. Warmest greetings. Hugs and happiness. Bella x

[@CNlyrical]

Dear Bella, since I became pregnant for the first time I feel connected with animals breeding, nursing, taking care of their children ... just like us. One love! You show us the magnificent world we live in, sometimes without noticing the wonders around us. Thank you, God bless you, Bella! Crystal

[@chere0818]

omg this was beautiful! the music was so calming and the baies were so cute! :3

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you for your visit and very kind words. (You and I... 'we love our birds!) Have a wonderful week. Fantastic to hear from you again. Peace and friendship. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Atty, Indeed they are beautiful! Thank you for your very kind words. Happy weekend. Warm greetings Bella

[@ludmilla728]

What a wonderful movie! I have never seen such a positive! Thank you very much !

[@bellamoonnature]

Warmest greetings Ludmilla, Sincere thanks for your kind thoughts & words. Indeed is was a 'special' moment Thrilled you enjoyed... thank you! Hello from Australia. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Philip, The first was born on Monday, this one took two more days. Yes! it was a beautiful moment, when the precious little one finally hatched!... so far, so good! They are all doing extremely well! Thank you for the visit. Have a great weekend. Warm greetings. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hey Carl... Great! to hear from you. Appreciate your very kind words. Thank you so much. Happy weekend my friend. Warm greetings. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Happy Sunday evening Annemaree ~ Thank you! Have a wonderful week. Hugs Bella

[@TheresiaSwiebel]

Gorgeous! Great video and music! Thank you Bella!

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Theresia, Great to see you! Tнαηк уσυ for your visit & lovely response. Hope all is well with you. Have a nice weekend. Hugs & friendship... always! ڰڰۣ🌹ڰۣڿڰۣڿ bɛɭɭɑ ﾒ

[@AneemaSings]

SO beautiful and precious!!! Thank you for sharing this splendor, the lovely scenes, filled with the magic of nature and the great music with us, Bella! Have added this to my "Animal/Inspirational" playlist. I love, that you are letting us hear the sounds of nature, and the sweet little voices of the swan babies. Really, this is so magnificent. THANK YOU AGAIN!!!

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you... they are very cute! Happy you enjoyed. Have a lovely weekend. Warm greetings Bella

[@anitinato12]

Beautiful and very tender :)) Thank you very much Bella ... good Sunday Anita

[@Mirjana633]

Great vid....stunning! Thank you for sharing. Wish you all the best, my wonderful friend. Hugs, Mira

[@bellamoonnature]

Dziękujemy Ania. Rosną tak szybko ... po prostu wspaniały! Szczęśliwy tydzień. Hugs Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Wilma... Welcome back!' It's such a 'special moment'. Thrilled that you enjoyed that moment. Thank you! Have a wonderful (new) week. Hugs Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Lovely, They are just too gorgeous and very cute! Looked out my window this morning, to see this beautiful family swimming on my lake... such happy little bundles of 'joy!' They left their nest on Friday... (btw: how's that's haystack!) smiles! Thank you my dear friend for your wonderful words. Happy weekend to you in LA. Hugs Bella. x

[@GardenerGal123]

Lovely, lovely, lovely - most definitely one of the first signs of spring. Stunning video footage as always!

[@783nata]

What a miracle! Thank you very much for this video! Admire the beauty of the birds and the skill of the operator! Thank You, Bella!

[@bellamoonnature]

Smiles!... Thank you for your visit. Warm greetings. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Vicki, How gorgeous are they!!! I've just been watching them... too cute for words! It was a very special moment (1 cygnet is just one week old today!) Thank you for enjoying and posting your very kind, heartfelt words. Have a fantastic (new) week...Hugs and Happiness.. (always!) Bella

[@385aloiv]

This is a gorgeous video!!! And what a beautiful Black Swan family this is! Thank you so much, Bella, for sharing this with us.

[@ArtsKris]

Thank you for these images of an infinite tenderness. A lot of love in this video.

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Dear Wilma, I know how much Pim and yourself adore the swans. Very rare to see white swans in Australia, although we have many black ones. I saw white swans for the first time last month in Wyoming USA. (I have a video of them... will share that one later!) They are truly magnificent. Amazing that you have one black swan! Let's hope it finds a mate! Thanks again for the visit. Have a wonderful (new)... week. Hugs Bella x

[@stef2012bg]

Amazing video! Thank you!

[@6061649]

Thanks Bella ,life is beautiful....with your videos !!!!!! greetings from Uruguay......

[@NaturesFairy]

Oh Bella,, this is such a beautiful Swan,, thanks for sharing with us,, I have never seen a Black Swan,, this video made me feel so happy!! THANKS! ♥

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello FSB! Great to hear from you. Appreciate your visit and kind words. Many thanks. Warmest Greetings from Australia. Happy weekend. Bella

[@TravelAcrossEarth]

Amazing footage. Stunning parents and adorable babies. Love the miracle of life.

[@ravenbluesky1]

Such an amazing video! Hats off to you for capturing the brith of all 4 eggs. Wonderful job. Have a great weekend!

[@EugeniaRobert]

Dear Bella nature is amazing Just to look around us Thank you for beautiful share, is really amazing this family...

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Eddy. Happy week. Greetings Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Joe. Happy week. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Robar. Happy weekend. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Joan, Both parents are quite remarkable with their love, care and protection of these precious cygnets. I see them daily on my lake, it's amazing how fast they grow. Sincere thanks for enjoying this beautiful moment. Have a wonderful day. Warm greetings ~ Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Appreciate your visit. Thank you! It took 4 afternoons.... they were born over a 3 day period. Happy weekend. Greetings Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Mircea, Enjoy a wonderful week. Warm greetings Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Ezio. Happy week. Cheers Bella

[@mmbmbmbmb]

An absolute MUST for my playlist "Treasures beyond description" Thank you, dear Bella ~ for making & sharing such incredibly beautiful films for us to watch! I am ... and always will remain in AWE ... watching, what you are willing to share wiith us ... Thank you so much ... sincerely, Karin

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Crystal, ( Many smiles indeed!!!) 'Congratulations'... on becoming a grandmother! Very exciting for your family. I can appreciate your feelings and lovely response to this video... (sincere thanks dear friend)... it was a beautiful moment... to observe these wonderful parents nurturing and interacting with their young in the most gentle, caring way... a truly precious time for me. Have a wonderful day. Hugs Bella

[@markusstark8564]

Very nice! Beautiful big birds!

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Markus 'Welcome'... to my channel ~Thank you! Happy day. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Annie... so very much, for your wonderful support and delightful friendship. Have a beautiful week dear friend, Hugs Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

So do I! Thank you for enjoying. Have a wonderful week. Warm greetings Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hello Mike, Well, I could come up a very intelligent answer (it's Friday night and my brain has withered from TOO much filming this week!) or I could say, maybe they were once all white and our scorching sun was the problem!... we all turn that colour when we sun bake for too long! As for the 'red'... red and black are very fashionable together! (smiles!) For whatever reason... they are truly a magnificent, elegant bird. Thank you for enjoying my 'special' week! Appreciate your great comment!

[@laroccavlogga]

This is the good stuff right here.

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Laurence, Many thanks! Happy weekend. Warm greetings Bella

[@StarsShineNow]

What a lovely video. Thanks for a great peek at this rare bird. Alan :)

[@bellamoonnature]

Thrilled you enjoyed! Thank you. Have a wonderful weekend. Warm greetings Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Maya. Have a beautiful week. Hugs and Happiness. Bella

[@cigdemyazcchmst]

My favorite.🤗😌♥️This familya 😌😘

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you... they are very special indeed. Appreciate your visit... thank you. Best wishes. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Will do! I've just been watching them. They are TOO cute for words!

[@hamidullahhamidi5404]

I like Black swan so much ❤❤❤❤

[@bellamoonnature]

Me too!!! Appreciate your visit... thank you! ❤️

[@TsenkaZhelyazkova]

Thank you for beautiful video Bella!!!

[@MissMarilyn1962]

I had to see it again dear Bella ! :-)) Nice Weekend With Love, Marilyn

[@pabloeusebio1]

What handsome swans and cute swanlings. They are a pleasure to view. The brainwave music soundtrack is fantastic and I shall have to get a copy.

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you. Happy week. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you. Happy weekend. Bella

[@mssarahd0]

Awesome! So cute this little chickens Bella. Thanks so much, greetings, Sarah

[@bellamoonnature]

Warmest greetings Sarah... So sorry I missed you lovely comment... sincere thanks dear friend. Best wishes for a joyous, prosperous, peaceful╰🎉╮Ⓗ░Ⓐ░ⓟ░ⓟ░Ⓨ░ ɴᴇᾣ ɣᴇᴀʀ 2018╰🎉╮ bɛɭɭɑ ﾒ

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Casper, Thank you so much for enjoying. Happy weekend to you my friend. Warm greetings Bella

[@losdoscorazones]

This is beautiful my dear friend Bella....thanks for sharing Always ...Bill

[@IRSeeYou]

Awesome video! These black swans are amazing! love it.

[@basennel]

Beautiful video!! 👍👍 Thank you for sharing.

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you! Happy you enjoyed. Have a wonderful weekend. Warm greetings. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Sue, Please know you're always welcome! Thank you for your visits. Tomorrow I'll check out your channel and view some videos also... you certainly have an amazing selection. Greetings Bella

[@TheresiaSwiebel]

Thank you Bella for this wonderful videowork of young life!

[@NaturaeVoxChannel]

Amazing video! ... It is wonderful to be able to shoot all these stages of birth of these black swans .... what delicacy in the actions of the beak of the mother ... I am appreciative of your shots so precise and really beautiful .... here we have white swans and I have never seen black swans ... Thank you for this delicious moment Bella! ... I wish you a wonderful weekend! ... ♥ Naturae Vox ♥

[@tashaschneider1419]

Lovely video with precious swans!!!!

[@bellamoonnature]

Tasha Schneider Tнαηк уσυ Tasha, So happy you enjoyed. I agree: they are very precious. Have a wonderful week. Warm greetings. bɛɭɭɑ

[@LJG907]

Hello, dear Bella. They are uncommon to this part of the world. I have yet to see one. This was a superb capture. Many compliments and the warmest of regards ...

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Lorena (so very much!)... I have to agree, it was indeed a magical moment. Appreciate your beautiful words. Happy (new) week dear friend. Hugs Bella

[@clairelille]

Wonderful video and music . So touching !... Warm greetings from France

[@bellamoonnature]

Laura, that's so sweet of you. I take that title to 'heart'. The parents left the nest on Friday, two days after the last chick was born. It's hard to believe they take them on their journey through life so young. I look for them, and check on them every day, all the while hoping that they will be safe. So far so good! I saw them late this afternoon. They are already growing, and appear to be so strong. As their godmother (smiles!)... I'll be watching out for them. Hugs to you! Bella ❤

[@bellamoonnature]

Thank you Bill. Appreciate your visit. Happy Weekend. Warm greetings. Bella

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Jana, Appreciate your support and kind words. Many thanks. Happy weekend. Greetings Bella

[@MissMarilyn1962]

Love it !! ♥ With Love, Marilyn

[@anniezagAnnie0854]

What a beauty! so sweet and tender! Thank you for making my day. I will share it with f/b friends! Have a Blessed Sunday!

[@mykaraokechannel347]

What a wondrous moment..so beautiful, so elegant!

[@bellamoonnature]

It was indeed! Such a delight to welcome these precious small cygnets into the world. Thrilled you enjoyed. Many thanks. Warmest greetings. Bella

[@mykaraokechannel347]

Wonderful video Bella! I absolutely adore swans, thank you and have a great weekend!:) Felicia

[@bellamoonnature]

***** Thank you Felicia… most sincerely! Enjoy a wonderful weekend also, Hugs Bella

[@napalmnacey]

bellamoonnature You were lucky to catch it. Sadly the closest swan nests in the lake near my home is a few metres or more from the shore. No way I'd get such good footage as you did, but I still watch the nest every time I go past. I'm a terrible worry wart - I count the cygnets in the swan families. :-P

[@bellamoonnature]

Hi Alan, Appreciate your kind words. Thank you. Happy weekend. Bella

[@Frits1416]

Bella, awesome beauty. Thanks for sharing the live of those black swans. Frits

[@bellamoonnature]

Greetings Francisco. Thank you. Enjoy the weekend! Cheers. Bella

[@temp24Lno5]

What a fascinating and beautiful little family. I was sure that last egg was no good but the mother knew much better than I and persevered with her duties. It's remarkable how delicate and loving she is with her little brood. A wonderful video. I guess I'll have to watch the other two videos too which I look forward to after having seen this one. Lovely Bella.

[@toni-mareethomas7663]

Awwwww so beautiful