The relationship between the bird and the handler moved me - you can best see it in the 2nd and 4th photos.
Wishing you at least one pleasant lunch this week....
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Having lunch
The relationship between the bird and the handler moved me - you can best see it in the 2nd and 4th photos.
Wishing you at least one pleasant lunch this week....
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I noticed the relationship in your photos. Our relationships with animals—I'm searching for words—they tug at me. I remember watching a falconer at the Renaissance Faire. He had 4 different birds, all magnificent, all who responded to his cues perfectly. The dichotomy of my thoughts was that the relationship was beautiful, but that they belonged in the wild. Then again, could I say that about me and my dog?
This bird can't go back to the wild, but here on this side of the Wendigo he's found a friend.
Petrea,
I'm also intrigued by our relationships with animals. How fascinating to watch a falconer! And I think sometimes you can sense that the relationship between certain people and animals is more distant, for lack of a better word. Then there are some where they really seem connected. Some people and their dogs are connected in this way. I've felt a connection with some cats in this way, too.
I was moved by the relationship between the bird and the handler - the way they seem connected. The bird often looked back at the handler as it lunched. And the handler seemed so affectionate toward the bird. It was lovely.
What a beautiful rapport they have ... you know someone loves you when they can watch you eating a deceased mouse without judgment. ;) {Dear Mary, thank you for not showing the grislier steps that must have been inherent in the process. :)} I love what you and Petrea have written about relationships with animals. When they can live in their natural habitat, it's ideal, but thank heavens for those who care for them when they can't. Hugs from Ella and me!
I am sorry that this beautiful peregrine falcon was injured and even rehabbed he can no longer survive in the wild. So sad...
I feel de same, the relationship between the bird and the handler moved me.
Great photos and thanks for the link to MK Nature Center.
Hi Shell, Yes, you're right - I think the falcon does trust its handler. And the handler must be one of those hardy souls that has an understanding of the process of nature. I'm glad this bird has a good and safe home. Hugs to you and Ella from Macie & me! xxoo
Hi Sonia, It is sad when animals in the wild are injured and can no longer survive in their natural habitat. But I'm glad the MK Nature Center, along with many other nature centers across the U.S. do provide a home for these creatures. The MK Nature Center also has an American Kestrel and an owl who have permanent homes there. Those 2 birds were also injured and neither of them can fly very well.
I hope you and your family have had a good weekend!
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