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Strange Swan and Goose behvior

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"W. Smith"

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W. Smith

Date:

Sun, 15 Jan 2006 22:10:25 -0500

Hello all.

As an employee of Turf Valley resort in Ellicott City, I have noticed two 
Mute Swans occupying the small lake on the golf course.  Recently, a lone 
Canadian Goose has been hanging out with them.  He has been with the pair 
for about two weeks now and follows them around, always staying about 20 
feet behind.  The other day, one of the Swans chased after the goose in a 
slow liesurly manner while spreading its wings.  The goose never left the 
area.  This went on for about 10 minutes.  Has anyone else observed this 
type of behavior?  

W. Smith