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Re: How much of a run do swans need to take flight?
By:The Regal Swan
Date: 14 May 2013

Hi Dianne

Are there any reasons that the swan would be unsafe in this pond such as predators that the swan could not escape, no food, shelter or other requirements that would necessitate the swan leaving, high rise buidings, overhead electrical power lines or roadways in the immediate area? If any of these issues are concerns and the swan does not have at least 300 feet to take off, then rescue may be needed. However, whether there is or is not 300 feet available, if none of these issues are concerns then the swan probably does not need a rescue. The Regal Swan

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How much of a run do swans need to take flight? -- Dianne -- 14 May 2013
Re: How much of a run do swans need to take flight? -- The Regal Swan -- 14 May 2013