Carol Lynn wrote:Pete - I think this is my favorite photo that you have ever posted on this forum. It makes me smile whenever I see it.
I'm having a heck of a day at work and now I'm smiling. Thanks!
You are most welcome Carol!
And your compliment made my day....which wasn't exactly a banner day at work either.
calicotraveler wrote:What a great pic of you and the squirrel!
I really think you have a way with animals. Bonnie and Clyde really are attracted to you too.
Thanks
calicotraveler !!
Those lil squirrels are fun, but not easy to photograph. They won't stay still for very long!!
I hope you and others are OK with me posting all these pics.
I have more someplace people might find interesting or maybe
whimsical .
As for me and animals in general.
Well....I'm certainly no "animal whisperer" by any stretch.
That said, I've been around animals all my life. Growing up in Florida, I caught all sorts of animals.
Some I kept briefly and turned loose. Some I had for years--like my pet crow Joe-Joe.
My parents didn't let me keep
everything I caught though. No squirrels, raccoons, or bobcats---anything that could be
rabid.
Lots of "reptiles" in Florida and I caught most all of them at one time or another growing up.
We lived on a lake that I began "exploring " at a very early age--8-9 years old--often alone.
I've bitten more times than I can remember by small alligators, turtles, and especially snakes(non poisonous ones).
I didn't usually keep the "biters" too long. Getting bitten gets to be a nuisance after a while.
My Dad wouldn't let me keep any of the poisonous snakes I caught--probably a wise decision
Anyhow, I digress....
Close your eyes Jen !!
After a Memorial Day weekend backpack, I was hiking back to Bowman Lake car CG with an Australian brother and sister when I saw this little garter snake.
The Aussies were startled at my quick catch since most snakes in Oz are deadly poisonous---not wise to pick them up.
The little bugger proceeded to bite me straight away. The common garter snake is a real "biter" in my experience.
They aren't good for pets although they will usually eat well in captivity.
Small snakes like this one have needle sharp teeth but can't do any real harm.
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pete