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In Response To: Re: Trumpeter Swans in FL: How to tell if the birds are captive or not (The Regal Swan)

Hi John

These are definitely captured birds as the wings appear to be pinioned. If you look at the short feathers on the side toward the tail, you will see that the feathers (flight feathers) are not long like a wild bird's. This is indicative of a captured bird rendered unable to fly. The Regal Swan
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