His ears are amazing, but look at the intensity in his eyes! Our rabbits all look fat and rather sleepy by comparison!
The have now discovered Hares with the myxomatosis virus in Europe, I cannot even imagine the consequences for the Hare population if it spreads, as their numbers have already dwindled enough in a lot of areas. Myxomatosis killed millions of rabbits over the years, I came across some infected rabbits years ago, and it a horrible way for any animal to suffer. I don't think anyone considered the long term affects when it was spread intentionally in some countries. It is sad that hares may now have to deal with it also.Jack rabbits here need all the awareness they can get! We have a lot of predators, dogs, cats, bobcats, coyotes, eagles, hawks, owls, and, of course, gardeners! Our German shorthair really wants one, although he'd settle for a cat or squirrel!
Ours have a problem also, some have fleas that carry bubonic plague!The have now discovered Hares with the myxomatosis virus in Europe, I cannot even imagine the consequences for the Hare population if it spreads, as their numbers have already dwindled enough in a lot of areas. Myxomatosis killed millions of rabbits over the years, I came across some infected rabbits years ago, and it a horrible way for any animal to suffer. I don't think anyone considered the long term affects when it was spread intentionally in some countries. It is sad that hares may now have to deal with it also.
It seems fleas and mosquitos, are the ultimate carriers of sickness for many species. It's always the worry that these things spread, no matter the distance. I can't even remember the last time I've seen a jack rabbit, and they are amazing.Ours have a problem also, some have fleas that carry bubonic plague!
It is a fun treat for sure. I have a barred owl that stops by but no luck getting a shot yet.Don't you just love it when somebody new shows up! Especially when you can get a nice photo.
Maybe you be a little less enthusiastic if you had to fish hundreds of feathers out of your pond 3 or 4 times a month! We have Agency lake about 1000' away and they catch many large fish and a lot of ducks. This is one of their favorite spots to have a meal. At least they leave my fish alone, the pond is only about 75' from the tree.Oh my gosh. You guys. I have wrens and sparrows on my bird feeder and get all verklempt. If I had an EAGLE in my yard I would be over the moon!
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