A video of a swan being rescued from being trapped in a fence has gone viral online, causing awe and anxiety among netizens. The video was reportedly taken at an unidentified location by a passerby.
Spread on social media platforms X A video by user @JoshyBeSloshy shows the swan unable to free itself from the metal bars of the fence. She looked exhausted, perhaps after thrashing around trying to escape the structure's unrelenting grip.
The post has already been viewed 10 million times, retweeted 3.3 million times, and saved 370 times. Fortunately, someone happened upon the scene and took immediate action. By gently coaxing and carefully maneuvering the bird, a passerby was able to free the swan.
Watch the video below.
The incident sparked a debate about safety, how natural spaces are being encroached upon by human infrastructure, and how encounters between wild animals and urban environments are becoming more frequent, and how animals are forced to move through these spaces. This raises concerns about the safety and well-being of animals.
One user seemed in disbelief, writing, “The crazy thing is it still comes after me. Just a breathtaking moment.” Another added thoughtfully. “That swan was definitely drained of energy being stuck like that.”
“Swans are known for trying to come back to life after being heartbroken. They fly high and just fall. Maybe that explains the location, they can't move properly,” a netizen said. posted, and yet another netizen echoed the concerns about how the bird got there in the first place. Poor swan. ”
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Date first uploaded: February 17, 2024, 11:16 IST
