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Toby the whooper enjoys life at Slimbridge!
Every winter, one or two Whooper swans may drop into Slimbridge but are usually quick to leave again. However, Toby is happily bucking convention and seems to be making himself very much at home on the reserve. After arriving on 14 October with a friend w
1 November 2010
Wintering sites start filling up
Wintering sites across Europe have been filling up over the last few days as the swans continue to make progress with their migration. Over 800 birds have now arrived at Lake Markiezaat in the south of Holland and 489 birds are happily feeding on the Nort
27 October 2010
Dario and Cole arrive on time and cause a stir!
A commotion on Swan Lake signalled the arrival of Dario with mate Cole this morning as they immediately summoned the energy to have a battle with established birds Risa and Riso! The best feeding spot on the lake was at stake and although the new arrivals
25 October 2010
The Bewick’s are back early – could this mean a cold winter ahead?
The first Bewick’s swans flew into Slimbridge yesterday, bringing with them cold temperatures and crisp clear skies! Eight birds settled onto the reserve after completing a gruelling 2,500 mile journey from breeding grounds in the Russian arctic. This w
19 October 2010