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Posted by Wil Domke on 13:20:30 01/08/08
In Reply to: Re: South dade bird walk. posted by clint Flint
Mr. Mitchell should be proud. Mr. Mitchell's photograph of nature in action is one of his best posts. It reminds us that being free as a bird may not be all that free.
In the last couple of weeks I've watched a Cooper's Hawk kill a Grackle and a Blue Jay in my own back yard. It's not much fun to see a small bird struggle under the talons of a much larger bird. On the other hand, once you get over the initial shock and/or disappointment of seeing one of your resident Blue Jays being de-feathered right under your feeder, you realize that it is all about survival. There is nothing wrong with it. I applaud the many photographers who document the balance of nature and share their images with us. As a result of their hard work, I feel more enlightened and have a greater appreciation for all life.
I respect your opinion. I hope you respect mine.
Wil Domke
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