Halloween brought a nasty surprise to the Public Gardens. Gardens
staff found their swan, Horatio, dead on the morning of November 1.
Horatio is remembered for his cantankerous disposition. “He was
crazy and mean,” says gardener Tracy Jessen, who was often attacked by
the swan while feeding him. “He could definitely draw blood.”
This is the second fowl death in the gardens’ this year—Momma
Goose died in August.
“It’s going to be pretty quiet down there without a goose or swan to
feed,” says gardener Dave McLearn.
Gardens staff are unsure if they will get another swan. Jessen would
like to see more wildlife, which could be attracted to the gardens
using bird feeders.
This article appears in Nov 12-18, 2009.
Larry David did it.
amazing, veggies!
Ten bucks says that it was the same kids that killed Mother.
Police do not suspect ‘fowl’ play.
C’mon, someone had to say it.
Swan song!!