In the past, swans were called „royal birds”, not because of their beauty, but because of the unique flavour of their meat, which was destined for royal tables. The powerful magnates moved away and these birds were no longer bred but now live in the wild. This photo tells the story of a flock of mute swans, migratory birds that normally fly to warmer countries in autumn. However, this is not always the case. In summer, people feed these birds.
The abundance of food leads them to decide to stay in the same place for the winter. Unfortunately, when the temperature drops to negative values, the consequences are dire. Birds often die en masse when trapped in ice on the water surface, and also starve to death when everything around them is frozen.
The scene shows part of a flock of 13 mute swans shortly before they decide to fly to warmer countries.
The scene shows part of a flock of 13 mute swans shortly before they decide to fly to warmer countries.
2020 Photography. Limited edition 10 pcs + 2AP, pigment print on the cotton Fine Art paper, 640×900 mm (500×750 mm without borders)