Mute Swans Should Not be Killed for Environmental Problems
Environment, Petitions — By Heidi Raynowska on February 5, 2012 1:46 pmTarget: Governor Martin O’Malley
Goal: To ban the wanton killing of swans in Maryland
In Chesapeake bay, Maryland Mute Swans are being blamed for an imbalance in the ecosystem that they are not responsible for. Human caused problems such as pollution, sewage and boats are more likely to be the problem. Thousands of swans have been killed in Maryland and there are only 450 left in the bay. These animals are killed inhumanely, often their necks are crushed with a metal tool. It is simply unjust to kill them, they are meant to be a part of the environment in which they reside and as a graceful spectacles for those who live within it.
Swans are a part of our history and are embedded in literature, mythology, art, music and religion. For many cultures the swan is a symbol of light and transformation, folklore is filled with stories of gods turning into swans. The swan is also used as symbol of love and fidelity because of their monogamous nature. Swans are peaceful to watch as they glide across a placid lake, their elegance has been an inspiration for centuries. They are a part of our culture and it should be illegal to kill them for problems that humans have caused. Mute swans earned their name because they are quiet until the time of death when they sing a mournfully beautiful song Socrates named the “Swan Song.”
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Governor Martin O’Malley,
The mute swans in Chesapeake bay should not be killed for damage that humans have done to the environment. To inhumanely kill a creature that has been a symbol of grace and love for centuries is unjust. They are part of our culture and have been an inspiration for art and religion. Please take the necessary actions to ban the killing of these iconic figures so they can live in the peace they deserve.
Sincerely,
[Your name here]
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Why is it that humans just kill animals without a thought? They are NOT the problem, humans are. Humans harm the environment, move into animals territory, pollute, etc. And the killing is done cruelly and inhumanely. All animals have feelings and experience pain. There is an intelligence there, a consciousness. What about relocation? Or is that too much work? It would involve communicating with other animal rescue groups and maybe (GASP!) cost some money, but it would be worth it.
Susie Sexton · The school of david letterman
my hoosier state may have designs on slaughtering mute swans…caught a whiff of that notion from politicians who are trying to please the “right”! our Facebook group called “Squawk Back” formed when we saved 250 swans plus their goslings two springs ago in northern indiana…we received much grief and a surprising lot of coooperation. thanks to all who understand the value of life. cyntia, your message is fabulous…i can only say “ditto”! “Squawk Back –Saving animals one by one when others can’t or won’t” now has over 1700 members from around the globe, and we communicate daily and nightly regarding all animals of the world — and shelter dogs, cats, kittens and puppies as well can find a spot on our link and in our hearts as we share their photographs and locations.
Susie, Thanks for responding to my comment. It’s really how I feel. I would love to visit the “Squawk Back” on Facebook, I’ve kind of been rescuing cats on my own with very little resources for about six years now and risking my housing in the process. It would be great to connect with other people who love animals and respect their right to live. Thank again.
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