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I don't THINK this is AI, but it's hilarious anyway
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Crows are known for their intelligence, but like humans, some will be smarter than others.
He started visiting my window years ago, long before I ever expected to form a bond like this. It began with small things, a tap on the glass early in the morning, a shadow landing on the sill, a curious pair of eyes watching me while I read or drank my tea. At first, I thought he was just passing by. But he kept coming back, always choosing my window over all the others.
One rainy afternoon, I finally opened the window a little wider, just to see what he would do. Instead of flying off, he hopped closer, looked up at me, and let out a soft little croak. It was the first time I felt like he wasn’t just visiting he was reaching out.
Soon it became our routine. Every day he would appear on the windowsill, waiting patiently until I opened the window for him. Sometimes he stayed outside, content to sit beside me while I read or worked. Other times he stepped inside, walking around the room like he was checking to make sure everything was the same as yesterday.
He has a way of standing close, pressing his feathers lightly against my arm, like he’s reminding me that he’s here by choice. And every time I look at him perched beside me, with that calm confidence only crows have, I’m reminded of how unexpected friendships can become some of the most meaningful ones.
He could spend his days anywhere flying over fields, exploring rooftops, joining other crows calling in the distance. But somehow, he always finds his way back to my window… and to me.
Thank you for letting me share his story. Anyone who has ever had a crow choose their windowsill knows how deeply these small, quiet moments can settle into your heart.
He started visiting my window years ago, long before I ever expected to form a bond like this. It began with small things, a tap on the glass early in the morning, a shadow landing on the sill, a curious pair of eyes watching me while I read or drank my tea. At first, I thought he was just passing by. But he kept coming back, always choosing my window over all the others.
One rainy afternoon, I finally opened the window a little wider, just to see what he would do. Instead of flying off, he hopped closer, looked up at me, and let out a soft little croak. It was the first time I felt like he wasn’t just visiting he was reaching out.
Soon it became our routine. Every day he would appear on the windowsill, waiting patiently until I opened the window for him. Sometimes he stayed outside, content to sit beside me while I read or worked. Other times he stepped inside, walking around the room like he was checking to make sure everything was the same as yesterday.
He has a way of standing close, pressing his feathers lightly against my arm, like he’s reminding me that he’s here by choice. And every time I look at him perched beside me, with that calm confidence only crows have, I’m reminded of how unexpected friendships can become some of the most meaningful ones.
He could spend his days anywhere flying over fields, exploring rooftops, joining other crows calling in the distance. But somehow, he always finds his way back to my window… and to me.
Thank you for letting me share his story. Anyone who has ever had a crow choose their windowsill knows how deeply these small, quiet moments can settle into your heart.
I tossed some stale potato chips onto the front yard. Crows showed up. A couple crunched some and ate them, another hopped up to the birdbath, dipped the chip in the water and then ate it. He did this several times.
We've all seen the video of them dropping rocks in a water bottle so the water rises high enough in it they can drink it, they and Ravens are smart creatures. I think they can finish puzzles too. The birdbath Crow was smarter than his cousins.
In the intricate tapestry of the natural world, survival often hinges on remarkable instincts, and sometimes, the most astonishing solutions to ailments are found not in sophisticated medicine, but in the environment itself. Consider the humble crow: when faced with illness, this intelligent bird embarks on a fascinating therapeutic ritual that defies conventional understanding, seeking out a tiny, yet powerful, ally in its quest for health.
It sounds almost like a fable, but when a crow senses that it is unwell, it will deliberately seek out an anthill.
What transpires next is a testament to nature's ingenuity: the crow will spread its wings wide, settling into a state of remarkable stillness, inviting the colony of ants to swarm into its feathers. This peculiar behavior, known as "anting," is far from a mere curiosity; it is a sophisticated self-medication technique rooted in a profound understanding of natural chemistry.
The secret lies in the ants themselves. When disturbed or threatened, many species of ants release formic acid, a potent natural antiseptic. As the ants crawl through the crow's plumage, they inadvertently administer this powerful compound, which acts as a highly effective agent against bacteria, fungi, and various parasites that might be plaguing the bird's feathers and skin.
Essentially, the crow is tapping into nature's built-in pharmacy, utilizing a readily available biological resource to combat its afflictions without the need for external intervention. This instinctual practice has been observed in numerous bird species beyond crows, highlighting a widespread, innate wisdom within the avian world. It serves as a brilliant reminder that the natural world is replete with intelligent, self-healing systems, often operating in plain sight, waiting for us to pause and truly observe their profound simplicity and effectiveness.
It sounds almost like a fable, but when a crow senses that it is unwell, it will deliberately seek out an anthill.
What transpires next is a testament to nature's ingenuity: the crow will spread its wings wide, settling into a state of remarkable stillness, inviting the colony of ants to swarm into its feathers. This peculiar behavior, known as "anting," is far from a mere curiosity; it is a sophisticated self-medication technique rooted in a profound understanding of natural chemistry.
The secret lies in the ants themselves. When disturbed or threatened, many species of ants release formic acid, a potent natural antiseptic. As the ants crawl through the crow's plumage, they inadvertently administer this powerful compound, which acts as a highly effective agent against bacteria, fungi, and various parasites that might be plaguing the bird's feathers and skin.
Essentially, the crow is tapping into nature's built-in pharmacy, utilizing a readily available biological resource to combat its afflictions without the need for external intervention. This instinctual practice has been observed in numerous bird species beyond crows, highlighting a widespread, innate wisdom within the avian world. It serves as a brilliant reminder that the natural world is replete with intelligent, self-healing systems, often operating in plain sight, waiting for us to pause and truly observe their profound simplicity and effectiveness.
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A rhinoceros gently plays with a muntjac.
The original video was published by Wrocław Zoo in Poland.
The original video was published by Wrocław Zoo in Poland.
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This is so sweet. This piggy isn't being hurt, he's just getting his hooves trimmed...But look at how concerned his friends are. 
Gosh, I want a piglet so badly
I would get a white & black potbelly pig, because they don't get huge like other breeds.
Gosh, I want a piglet so badly
I would get a white & black potbelly pig, because they don't get huge like other breeds.
Smile...
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awww so cute.
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