Trumpeter Swans New Friend

It was a crisp, sunny day today. A spectacular sight unfolded on a frozen Cranberry Lake. A trumpeter swan and a mallard, unlikely companions, were feeding together on the ice. 

The sun's rays enhanced the green algae on the surface, turning the frozen landscape into a dazzling display. The contrast between the trumpeter swan's elegance and the mallard's tones was striking. 

The swan's long, graceful neck and pristine white feathers gently dipped its beak into the icy water. The mallard's striking orange beak and deep chestnut-brown body paused to drink and quenched its thirst. 

They shared an unspoken understanding and mutual respect as they foraged together.

It was a moment of serene beauty. Nature often surprises us with its quiet, unexpected alliances. Harmony exists in nature, even on the coldest days.

Anacortes Community Forest Lands (ACFL)
Cranberry Lake, Anacortes, WA

2.12.2025