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Regal Swan · **Joined:** Tue Nov 05, 2013 6:22 am **Posts:** 10

Hi RJJ:

Glad you like swans. If anyone is interested, there is going to be an International Swan Symposium in Easton, Maryland on February 3-6th. We will be presenting a paper regarding our Pink Feather Syndrome in Swans during the Symposium. The Symposium attracts swan specialists from throughout the world. Sheila Bolin, The Regal Swan

RouensWA · **Posted:** Mon Nov 11, 2013 8:47 pm

Can you post a paper on the forum for those of us here in Australia?

Regal Swan · **Joined:** Tue Nov 05, 2013 6:22 am **Posts:** 10

Hi RouensWA

I am posting the info on the Swan Symposium. After our presentation, I'll submit a synopsis of our findings on the Pink Feather Syndrome. But, in the meantime, here is the info on the International Swan Symposium to be held February 3-6, 2014. If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sheila Bolin, The Regal Swan Foundation

Further information on the Fifth International Swan Symposium is available on the symposium web-pages of the Trumpeter Swan Society website at http://www.trumpeterswansociety.org/201 ... rence.html.

Registration is now LIVE on at http://www.trumpeterswansociety.org/201 ... ation.html (where the contact is Becky Abel) and travel and accommodation details are on http://www.trumpeterswansociety.org/2014-travel.html. Please note that the “Early Bird” registration runs until 10th January 2014.

Reservations for accommodation at the venue for the symposium – the Tidewater Inn (Telephone + 1-800-237-8775; www.tidewaterinn.com) - must be made by January 17 2014 in order to receive the discounted rate. Individuals are responsible for making their own guest room reservations with the Tidewater. For the discounted rate of $105 per night (Single or Double) plus tax please refer to the booking name: The Trumpeter Swan Society.

More information will be published on the symposium website in the coming weeks.

Dave 79 · **Posted:** Sun Nov 24, 2013 2:52 pm

A good friend of mine has 1 pair of blacks and has tried to buy whites but no luck so far

Regal Swan · **Joined:** Tue Nov 05, 2013 6:22 am **Posts:** 10

Hi Dave:

Your friend might try placing a post for Mute Swans at (www.stanley-park-swans.com). Ask the Swan Specialist. This is a worldwide post and you might find someone in Australia, New Zealand or close by that might be able to help. Sheila Bolin, The Regal Swan Foundation, Inc.

OldGoat07 · **Joined:** Wed Nov 27, 2013 2:11 pm **Posts:** 1

Are all swans pinioned at birth or can they be done at any age?

Regal Swan · **Joined:** Tue Nov 05, 2013 6:22 am **Posts:** 10

Hi OldGoat07:

Cygnets should be pinioned between 1-3 weeks of age. There is no anesthesia required as the bones, blood vessels and nerves in general are not developed. Anytime after this age, anesthesia must be used and can be detrimental to the swan's health if the veterinarian is not experienced in swan care, gives the improper dosage or wrong type of anesthesia. Even if everything goes well, there are no guarantees that the bird will survive. We have used anesthesia many times with the majority of times, very successful. However, even under the best of care, we have had swans die during pinioning as well as other surgical procedures.

Generally, the longer you wait to perform the pinioning procedure, the harder it is on the birds Many states and countries require that captive swans be pinioned so to protect the bird from flying into buildings, vehicles, going into ponds or lake with predators such as alligators, coyotes, bobcats, etc., as well as prevent feral populations that can cause not only hybrid populations, but illnesses that can cross between wild and captive birds. Sheila Bolin, The Regal Swan Foundation

Weston · **Posted:** Mon Dec 02, 2013 6:59 pm

You know your stuff than657

for sharing

Regal Swan · **Joined:** Tue Nov 05, 2013 6:22 am **Posts:** 10

Hi Weston:

You are welcome. Anytime that we can help, please let us know. Sheila Bolin, The Regal Swan Foundation, Inc.

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