Introducing a swan to a new environment is a gradual process. From a custom-built enclosure at Camelot Lakes, Eric Bors-Koefoed releases a juvenile from Stan and Wendy's 2013 brood. While the swan was hyper-excited to flee, the enclosure contains a feeder and a comfortable "pad" with shade and protection from predators. This juvenile and its sibling/mate may also use it for nesting 3 years from now. Camelot Lakes is equipped for and committed to responsible breeding and care.
In an amazing testimony to their parenting skills, all six cygnets of Stan and Wendy became viable juveniles and were placed in pairs for what hopes to be a long and happy life. Clare and Greta, femal
Pippa, a 4 year old female, died of avian botulism toxin a few days ago. She was a sibling of Susie, and lost out to Susie for the affection of Sully. She had been solo for almost a year. I found Pi
Stan and Wendy performed their annual hatching, getting six babies in the water on Day 2, or May 4. For some reason, by Day 4 the flock was down to five. This is not unusual, with the likely cause b