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Species aside, nearly all beings have an opinion on that most critical of culinary topics: “Is the pizza middle or the pizza crust the tastiest?” Because emotions run high and conversations can get quite (um) heated, it is often best to bring in a skilled mediator to settle the debate. When the mediator (with feathers) arrives,ContinueContinue reading “Day 306: Conversations About Crust”

When I was little, occasionally my dad and I would watch “Invasion of the Body Snatchers” together. The plot was simple enough – seed pods germinate into aliens, which then take over the lives of hapless nearby sleeping humans. While the original film never directly addressed pod extermination measures, modern reinterpretations (by talented actors withContinueContinue reading “Day 305: Invasion of the Greens Snatcher”

Living life with a featherless being has its perks. For one thing, no two days will ever be exactly the same. Some days you may wake up to discover the menu tastes as predictable as ever. But then other days, you may find yourself face-to-face with a U.F.O…. Unidentified. Flavorful. Object. In these cases, it is a goodContinueContinue reading “Day 304: A Walnut-Flavored U.F.O.”

In the wild, the mightiest predators (lions, polar bears, et al) are often surprisingly generous about sharing. They can afford to be. Since they can bring down most anything they feel like ingesting, it is like being first in line at a variety buffet. They take their favorite bits and leave the other items for (less mighty)ContinueContinue reading “Day 303: Sharing is Caring”

While my “southern” friends tell me that Texas is not the “real” South, we are nevertheless quite hospitable beings. Those of us who happen to have feathers are even more hospitable….elevating the practice of the “warm welcome” to a fine art. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts

Every day hordes of hungry fans turn to the same (feathery) place for tips and techniques on how to guard their breakfast from poachers. Luckily, regardless of species (furred, featherless, or – gasp! – even fledged), the basic fundamentals remain the same. In a word: “Intimidation.” The more intimidated the poacher is by the guarder,ContinueContinue reading “Day 301: Guarding Breakfast”

Hi. The large featherless being here. It’s not often I get to share the spotlight with my feathery celeb, but here we are (on account of the fact that I lured him away with a toasted waffle so I could have the flat rectangular glowing thing all to myself for “Day 300’s” post). What aContinueContinue reading “Day 300: Mommies Love Their Birdies”

Many beings (both with and without feathers) aspire to start a career in something called “supermodeling.” Yet this profession’s exacting job requirements (“hold still,” “look very pretty”) cull out almost as many candidates as they draw in. Only the creme de la creme make it all the way to “supermodeling” status. In the avian world, successful super(bird)modelsContinueContinue reading “Day 299: Super(bird) Modeling”

Being born with feathers tends to coincide with naturally keen powers of observation – especially when it comes to the ways and habits of neighboring species. And after years of living side by side with furred and featherless beings alike, it would be impossible for you not to notice certain predictable patterns. For instance, one game theyContinueContinue reading “Day 298: The New “Go Fetch””

There is no doubt that nesting season gets ever more competitive as the summer heats up. As well, rising temperatures can turn a ladybird’s mind to thoughts of roosting. This makes just the perfect moment for a rousing round of “Roosting Championships.” Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts