Sunday, December 29, 2024

Being able to spot a vegetarian helps us to know who isn't.

 

The crows send out an early morning alarm, letting everyone know there is a hawk in the area.  The alarm spreads from crow to crow, across the treetops and even causing the ground squirrels to panic, running in chaotic directions, until finally they try hard to blend in with the tree trunks.

Everyone loves breakfast but no one wants to be it.  Neighbors walk their dogs along the edge of the road, neither them nor their pet seems concerned over the presence of the hawk.  The humans believe their size is enough to intimidate any bird, yet little do they realize the hawk sees the tasty treat at the end of the leash as a simple swoop and grab.

Silently gliding in from behind the human, the element of surprise will thwart any leash jerking action they attempt to save little Mickey.  And the wingspan of the hawk will easily drag through the air the dangling leash, while Mickey yaps in fear and pain from the claws digging into his sides.

The signs are all there, we just have to listen to them and pay attention to our surroundings.  




Taken from an article in
The Yapper Gazette. 2021




 

 

 

 

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