Two swans attacked by unleashed dogs at Canberra pond

Two dogs attacked a black swan family at Yerrabi Ponds on Saturday, leaving two of the five-bird family dead or missing.

Why it mattersBlack swans are protected native species, and the attack happened near a school and early education centre during pickup time, raising public safety concerns.

AustraliaThe incident has sparked calls across Canberra for stricter dog control rules at Yerrabi Ponds and other public spaces frequented by families and wildlife.

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