Two Sleeping Swans Reflected in Pond at Hendrie Valley Sanctuary

by Freaktography from Burlington CA on 17 Jul 2025

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Two graceful swans rest peacefully on the calm surface of a pond at Hendrie Valley Sanctuary, part of the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario. Their still bodies and curved necks form a mirrored image in the water, creating a serene and symmetrical composition. Surrounded by natural vegetation and quiet stillness, this tranquil scene captures the quiet beauty of Canadian wildlife and the peacefulness of early morning in a protected habitat.

Camera: NIKON Z 6_2
Focal: 500 mm
Shutter speed: 0.00625 sec
Aperture: f/ 6.7

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