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Male swan died, female has paired up with other female
By:Cheryl
Date: 26 May 2015

Hello,
A coyote killed our male swan, while defending the female and her eggs. She left with her life, and one egg was left, which is gone. She mourned for 2 weeks, without coming for food etc. She has now taken up with another female swan (yes, we are sure it is a female), and they are now building another nest. Is it common for two females to mate in the case of a loss? It is so sad, as I don't believe the eggs will be fertilized. Do you know how long she will stay on the nest? Will she stay with her new mate?
Thank you,
Cheryl

Messages In This Thread

Male swan died, female has paired up with other female -- Cheryl -- 26 May 2015
Re: Male swan died, female has paired up with other female -- Cheryl -- 13 June 2015
Re: Male swan died, female has paired up with other female -- The Regal Swan -- 13 June 2015
Re: Male swan died, female has paired up with other female -- The Regal Swan -- 26 May 2015