Refugee October 20, 2018 by nomdeplume707, posted in Bon mots, ecology, gardens, poetry, politics A female Magpie with a sore leg has taken up residence in our garden, using it as a place of sanctuary.
These are Australian magpies Jim, not related to the northern hemisphere ones but just as smart. And with a beautiful song. They and the local crows hate each other! LikeLike Reply
There are some cool studies about these nurse. Here’s a favorite TED talk I like. https://youtu.be/0fiAoqwsc9g LikeLike
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Magpies, jays, and crows are my favs. Super smart.
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These are Australian magpies Jim, not related to the northern hemisphere ones but just as smart. And with a beautiful song. They and the local crows hate each other!
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There are some cool studies about these nurse. Here’s a favorite TED talk I like. https://youtu.be/0fiAoqwsc9g
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