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2021

Treasures of Hokuryu Town Migratory birds' "nest"
  • April 20, 2021

A "nest" for migratory birds?

Tuesday, April 20, 2021: Swans and geese, having had their fill in the rice fields, are gathering along the river. Perhaps they are using it as a safe place to rest their wings? The migratory birds are just about to begin their journey […]

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Treasures of Hokuryu Town Swan Gleanings
  • April 19, 2021

Swan Gleanings

Monday, April 19, 2021: Swans are pecking at food in the rice fields as the snow melts. This is a scene of the swans brimming with energy, working single-mindedly to conserve their energy. ◇ noboru & […]

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Treasures of Hokuryu Town Migratory birds flying in a V-shape
  • April 14, 2021

V-shaped flight of migratory birds

Wednesday, April 14, 2021 When migrating long distances, migratory birds make efficient use of wingtip vortices, flying in a V-shape to conserve energy. The migratory birds are taking off nimbly through the blue sky with white clouds floating in it, looking healthy and energetic today.

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Treasures of Hokuryu Town 雁さんたちの行進
  • April 13, 2021

A march of wild geese?!

２０２１年４月１３日（火） 雁さんたちが、一斉に一定の間隔を開けて、一列に横に並んで向かうその先は？！ そのなんとも可愛い風景に、心がふわっと和む瞬間です。 ◇ noboru & ikuko

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