Thanks, Del. We will notify ODFW staff to investigate. Mute swans that are not sterileand wing-clipped are indeed invasive.

Lisa DeBruyckere
Nov. 5, 2012, 1:43 a.m.

Del, thank you for your report. ODFW investigated the report and determined that no further action is needed, as this particular bird meets the condition of Controlled Species OAR 635-56-0070. Specifically, based on an interview with Dixon Bledsoe, the swan has been on the lake for over 5 years and he has never seen another swan on the lake or any offspring. Mr. Bledsoe believes the swan is a female and is known locally by the name of Gurde. He believes the swan was brought in by the original owner of the Lake, Jason Webb (deceased) somewhere between 10-15 years ago. The swan appears to be pinioned and was very tame.

Thank you again for your report, as non-pinioned paired mute swans pose a significant threat to Oregon. Reports such as yours allow us to act quickly.

Lisa DeBruyckere
Nov. 8, 2012, 7:04 a.m.