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LAKELAND, Fla. (WFLA) — Lakeland’s beloved swans are welcoming some new residents, all the way from Chicago. Six white mute swans will be introduced to the local population, in an effort to ...
There appeared to be a fewer swans swimming on Lake Morton on Tuesday morning, and Hurricane Milton is not to blame. Lakeland's 44th annual Swan Roundup was held Tuesday morning, after a nearly ...
LAKELAND, Fla. — Lakeland, Fla., is home to a total of about 70 swans, which live in the Historic District near Lake Morton. But, one type of swan has almost disappeared entirely: the black-neck ...
Lakeland’s swan population has thrived since Queen Elizabeth II donated a pair in 1957. Now, however, the city has too many of the birds and is seeking to offload some by holding a lottery.
Potter and her husband, Ken Potter, sat with two relatives in camp chairs along the south shore of Lake Morton, ready to witness an autumn spectacle: the 43 rd annual Lakeland Swan Roundup.
LAKELAND, Fla — Throughout Lakeland, you'll see artwork reflecting its mascot, the Swan. Living on Lake Morton, the swans have a rich and long history near downtown Lakeland, dating back to the ...
Discover the fascinating and drama-filled history of Lakeland's beloved swans, a story as captivating as a made-for-TV movie. Join librarian and swan historian LuAnn Mims, the ultimate authority ...
It's going to be a wild one this Election Day as the City of Lakeland hosts its 44th annual Swan Roundup. The city's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts department staff will take to the shores of ...
LAKELAND — A flock of swans that grew from a gift nearly 70 years ago from Queen Elizabeth II has been rounded up in Florida to ensure they are all healthy. On Tuesday, there were 50 swans ...