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22:59, 09-Feb-2017
Grief-struck black swans refuse to eat for 4 days, after eggs stolen
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10:43, 28-Jun-2018
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A pair of grief-stricken black swans stopped eating for four days after five of their eggs were stolen at a scenic spot near Mount Tai in east China's Shandong Province.
Photo by 1545ts.com
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After five of the swans' eggs disappeared, the two black swans went berserk and began to fast. Li Yaming, manager of the park, later reviewed surveillance video. Li found some possible suspects, yet was still unable to lock down the culprit.
Photo by 1545ts.com
Photo by 1545ts.com
Black swans, an endangered species in China, are seen as a symbol of enduring love as they typically maintain a stable relationship throughout their lives. The incident suggests they share similar emotions about their offspring.
Photo by 1545ts.com
Photo by 1545ts.com
Fortunately, the two eventually moved on to a new life and started building their nests again, hoping their new eggs will be protected more carefully.