Acton Camera: Feathered family portraits

Last year, a front-page photo by Acton Bridge Contributing Photographer Jean Fain of a sleepy cygnet catching a ride on its mother’s back caused a bit of a sensation. Our loyal local lenswoman has caught up with the regal birds once more — and again, it’s a feathered family affair.

A mother swan enjoys her freedom before the eggs hatch at Great Meadow National Wildlife Refuge. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

While waiting for his mate to get the kids up and ready, Dad grooms himself. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

Mom takes her two-day-old babies out for their first swim. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

Mom is surrounded by her babies — two cygnets on her back and the other five by her side. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

After taking a much-needed break, a mother swan returns to the nest. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

After a tumble from the nest, a cygnet climbs back to safety. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

Mom dries off after a swim. Photo: Jean Fain/The Acton Bridge

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Acton Camera: Feathered family portraits

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