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When dinosaurs roamed the earth, some of the largest were also the gentlest. They ate vegetables. They were shy and docile. They made for very good eating. This is why, when you are petite with feathers, you never worry about the size of the predator relative to the size of the prey. You know that theContinueContinue reading “Day 234: Panini!”

By definition, a “poach” is a style of hunting that nabs prey meant for others, reallocating it to yourself. Sometimes the prey might be held in reserve (to eat later) and sometimes another predator might be ingesting it mid-poach (this last being the more challenging type of poaching that only the most skilled poachers canContinueContinue reading “Day 233: Poaching Prey”

Even when you are the most attractive of male birds, you know it often takes more than just exceptional cuteness, effortless charm, and owning your own posh casa to attract a ladybird. If you really want to win her heart, you must show her you have mastered the “Honey Do” list. Once the ladybirds see yourContinueContinue reading “Day 232: “Honey Do” Skills”

Jet planes and parrots have a lot in common. For instance, both have wings. Both also “take off” and “land” frequently. And both need regular maintenance to stay looking (and flying) at their best. In the same way, if you have wings and feathers (which of course are just eco-friendly versions of those jet propulsionContinueContinue reading “Wet Bird Couture: The Jet Plane”

Establishing ownership can be a touchy subject. Even if you are extremely cute (which obviously means you have feathers) sometimes the large featherless being can be surprisingly grumpy about giving your things back. One of your things she has particular trouble letting go of is the silver flat rectangular glowing thing with the nice reflective mirror and tasty keys.ContinueContinue reading “Day 231: Ownership”

Some aerial acrobats seem to feel compelled to put on complex displays of death-defying skill. This, of course, is the best choice when you are do not have enough charisma to hold the audience’s attention through simpler means. But truly accomplished aerial acrobats know audiences don’t come to see feats of daring and bravery. They come toContinueContinue reading “Day 230: Aerial Act”

The “chicken hawk” is a ferocious hunter of chickens….as well as other delicious livestock. In the same way, the “waffle hawk” is a ferocious hunter of (you guessed it) waffles. But the waffle, being even more delectable and in demand than the chicken, is a culinary prize only the wiliest of predators can bring down. Author:ContinueContinue reading “Day 229: The Waffle Hawk”

Just as the large featherless beings occasionally like to accent their natural assets by wearing delicious sparkling bangles and tottering around on rickety stilts…… In the same way (but with less flash and more class) beings with feathers occasionally appreciate a good session of “prettification.” Because the feathers are already present, there is no need to addContinueContinue reading “Day 228: Prettification”

Whether you are military or civilian, you likely realize the value of installing an “early warning system.” Such a system can alert you to threatening dangers while you still have plenty of time to prepare. The type of earning warning system you install may depend on many factors, including budget, environment, and (of course) availableContinueContinue reading “Day 227: Early Warning System”

Everyone knows nature is quite soothing. For this reason, less advanced (featherless) beings often like to sit and stare at green growing things to feel more peace. But when you have feathers, you know the most peace and calm comes when you directly ingest nature. This way you can carry the garden with you wherever youContinueContinue reading “Day 226: An Edible Garden”