I know next to nothing about wildlife. And, although I grew up in a small town, I consider myself a city dweller. Recently, however, I find that I often spend a bit of my leisure time, observing birds.
My current interest in Avian Lifestyle, doesn't focus on learning anything scientific about the natural habitat or culture of birds. I simply like to observe them, as I would humans. And, yes, I know that seems strange. My particular shtick is to project my experience with humans, into those little feathery bodies.
For instance: It seems they can communicate with each other. Do different species of birds talk the same language as other species? They all seem to know when the bird feeders are empty and the exact moment they get filled. And, what is the real reason that all of the other birds will quit feeding, when a big old woodpecker lands on the bird feeder? Are they afraid of the woodpecker, or do they just not like sharing!
All of the birds seem to pick through the assortment of seeds, that we put into the feeders. I mean, some of those birds eat worms, bugs and other nasty stuff. However, they will pick through the seed until they find the exact type of morsel they want.
And, while I am trying to figure out the whys and wherefores of birds, I find myself switching over to characteristics of human beings. We, as a species, have a hard time sharing and taking turns. It has to be learned! Sometimes, we are not very tolerant of folks who don't look like us, or have different attitudes, habits or even heights. We, well maybe just us shorties, are cautious of tall folks. We all know picky eaters, in our species, who are very specific about their diets! I, for one, am never going to eat brains!!!!!
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"Thank You for the world so sweet.
Thank You for the food we eat.
Thank You for the birds that sing.
Thank You God for everything."
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Thank you for remembering that Thank You prayer, too.
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