An injured swan that was nursed back to health is returning to her home in England. Despite the reputation of being “mean” or “aggressive” this swan seemed to know that she was in caring arms. Join Born to Explore this weekend as we journey around the globe to meet “birds of a feather.

“I could feel its heart beating and it just relaxed its neck and wrapped it around mine”



Wiese helped to examine the injured swan by holding her


“It’s a really terrific feeling when you feel that bond and mutual trust with this non-verbally communicating animal…”


“…when the animal realizes you intend it no harm”