Wintering Swans​ in Belarus: ‍Do They Need Our Help?

As temperatures plummet ⁣across Belarus, concerns arise about the well-being of its wintering swan population. Citizens often contact the Minsk Regional Committee for Natural Resources adn Environmental Protection, reporting seemingly distressed birds. But are these concerns warranted?

According to Tatyana Bas, ​deputy head⁢ of the department for the control of the ⁣protection and use of land, ​subsoil, and biodiversity in specially protected natural areas, “The swan is a ⁤bird​ that adapts to the cold season well, getting its own food, so it can stay without active movement for a long time. Birds can sit on the water, on the shore, or even ⁣on ice wiht their paws ⁤tucked in – the plumage keeps heat ⁤well. By moving a little, the bird thus ​conserves energy.”

Bas further explained that swans possess natural fat reserves that help them withstand low temperatures and compensate for periods of limited food⁣ availability. “Provided that the reservoir is not frozen, swans eat parts of underwater plants, filter the ⁤water with their beaks, removing small crusts,” she stated. “If there is a sharp drop in air temperature and the birds, especially in places where they gather in large⁢ numbers, need help, grain, bird food, chopped vegetables with flour can⁢ be used. Offer them oats or sprouted grains,” she added, cautioning against feeding them bread, which can be harmful.

The presence of swans, ducks, and geese throughout the Belarusian winter‌ is perfectly natural, Bas emphasized. She noted that birds readily move from frozen bodies⁤ of ‌water to those that remain unfrozen, even during ⁣the most severe frosts.

While these majestic birds are remarkably resilient, the Committee encourages responsible citizen ⁢action. If you observe a large group of swans appearing lethargic or distressed on a completely frozen body of water, contacting local ‍wildlife authorities is advisable. Remember, responsible observation ‌and timely intervention can make a difference in ensuring the survival of ‍these beautiful creatures during the harsh winter months.

Wintering Swans in⁤ Belarus: Do They Need Our Help?

As temperatures ⁣plummet across Belarus, concerns arise ⁣about the well-being of its wintering swan population. Citizens frequently enough contact ‌the Minsk Regional Committee for Natural Resources and Environmental Protection, reporting seemingly distressed birds. But are these concerns warranted?

According to Tatyana Bas, deputy head of the department for the control ⁤of the protection and use of land, subsoil, ⁣and biodiversity in specially protected natural‌ areas, “The swan is a bird that adapts to the cold season well, getting its own food, ⁤so it can stay without active movement ​for ‌a long time.Birds can sit on the water, ⁢on the shore, or even on ice with​ their paws tucked in – the plumage keeps⁤ heat well. By moving⁤ a little, ‌the bird thus⁤ conserves energy.”

bas further⁤ explained ​that swans possess natural fat reserves that help them withstand low temperatures and compensate for periods ‍of limited food availability. “Provided that​ the ⁤reservoir is not frozen, swans​ eat ⁣parts of​ underwater plants, filter the water with their beaks, removing small crusts,” she ​stated.​ “If there is a sharp ⁢drop‌ in air temperature⁢ and the birds, especially in places where they gather​ in large numbers, need help, grain, bird food, chopped vegetables with flour can‍ be used. Offer them oats or sprouted grains,” she ‍added, cautioning ⁣against feeding them bread, which can be ⁣harmful.

the presence of swans, ducks, and⁢ geese throughout the ‌Belarusian winter ⁣is perfectly natural, ⁢bas emphasized. She noted that birds readily move ⁣from ⁢frozen bodies of water ‌to those that remain unfrozen, even‍ during the most severe frosts.

While these⁤ majestic birds⁤ are remarkably‍ resilient, the Committee encourages responsible citizen action. If you observe a large group of swans ⁣appearing lethargic⁣ or distressed on a completely frozen body of water, contacting local‌ wildlife⁤ authorities is advisable.Remember, responsible⁤ observation and timely intervention​ can make a difference in ensuring the survival of these lovely creatures‍ during the ‍harsh winter ‌months.