It’s Just a Flesh Wound

In Florida comes the story of a young White Ibis that’s had some hard times lately.

juvenile White Ibis (Eudocimus albus) - photo source

It’s been shot with a practice arrow, though apparently no vital organs were hit. Authorities have been trying to catch it for two weeks, with no luck. They’ve given up, but beleive the arrow is working its way out on its own.

“I have captured hundreds of birds,” said Bob Hunt, a volunteer with the Bird Rescue Center in New Smyrna Beach. “You would think this would be one of the easier ones.”

Yes Bob you would think. But perhaps the bird has learned that people aren’t his best friend? Perhaps?

(Hat tip to The Birdchaser.)