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Re: Why Mute Swans put a leg on their back?
By:The Regal Swan
Date: 24 August 2009
In Response To: Why Mute Swans put a leg on their back? (Gail)

Hi Gail:

Swans rest in this position. Some research also indicates that in time of hot weather, this may be a way that the bird dissipates heat from its system. The swan holds his web footing out because of the numerous capillaries and other blood vessels in the foot that can help eliminate heat. The Regal Swan

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Why Mute Swans put a leg on their back? -- Gail -- 23 August 2009
Re: Why Mute Swans put a leg on their back? -- The Regal Swan -- 24 August 2009