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Sunday Smile – A Brave Mockingbird and an Ambivalent Tagu

Some days, the wildlife here can be as engaging as almost any television show or movie. This particular afternoon, a Chalk-Browed Mockingbird decided to take on a resident Tegu, native to South America. Though the bird is overmatched in size, she has no shortage of self-confidence. The bird was likely guarding a nearby nest, but the Tegu seems completely unbothered and likely more interested in the nearby produce. The interaction is short lived, but priceless.

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    Carol says
    November 28, 2021 at 2:35 pm

    That is amazing. She was soooo brazen!!! Lolllll

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    Suzanne Eaton says
    November 28, 2021 at 2:49 pm

    Wonderful nature and instinct kicking in to protect the young. Sentient beings at their best. I’m happy to see the UK naming the octopus and crabs as sentient beings.

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    Patricia says
    November 28, 2021 at 6:29 pm

    Holy smoke, I love animals! The tegu was so chill and that mama bird is so feisty. Hugs to all life at ESB!!! xoxoxo

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    Patricia says
    November 28, 2021 at 6:31 pm

    Replying to Suzanne Eaton–ME TOO! I am a BIG cephalopod fan and also a crab fan–and not to eat. xo

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    Debbie Sides says
    November 28, 2021 at 8:34 pm

    Awe I love this. She’s so fierce and the Tegu is like whatever. Where’s my produce?😄

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