Costumed Royal Swan "Hunt" Lives On in U.K.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 - 18:28 in Paleontology & Archaeology

Once upon a time in England, swan was a delicacy, prompting expeditions to "brand" wild, unclaimed fowl as royal property. The queen's swan marker continues the tradition today, but the aim is protection not consumption. Video. ...

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