According to the Chicago Tribune, Anthony Hensley, of Villa Park, Il., was dragged out of his kayak and drowned by a great big angry swan this past Saturday. No one is sure why the swan attacked, and the swan, possibly under the advise of his attorney, has remained silent concerning the entire incident! Ok; all jesting aside, swans are very protective of their territories, their mates, and their young. Most birds are extreemly territorial, and their "songs" are largely calls to let other birds know who's turf is whose. Birds are not afraid to fight, either. Mr. Hensley probably got too close to the swan's nest while in his kayak, and frightened the swan. Swans are beautiful birds, but never get on a swan's bad side. Unlike many humans, they WILL defend their chicks to the death, caring for nothing but the safety of their babies, and unlike humans, they DO NOT care about money, politics, or social standing outside of their own flocks and lakes. Perhaps humankind should take a few lessons from swans. Rest in peace, Anthony Hensley.
Angry Bird
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