There were mockingbirds in the parking lot the other day, several of them. They're not particularly memorable or eye catching in appearance, with a rather drab plumage and a meager size. However, they are interesting birds to watch nonetheless. They are highly territorial. They can and will do anything to defend their nest and their young. Not only will they chase after intruders among their own species, but intruders from other species as well. They often pursue and attack the lot's ever-present fish crows... birds that are significantly larger and more formidable. There was even one particularly feisty one that scared away a hawk... quite a feat for a bird of no larger than a cardinal.

It is fascinating how protective these creatures are of their offspring... even going as far as risking their lives for them. This behavior is present in humans, but I'm surprised to the extent at which it is found in the wild as well. These birds aren't sentient creatures.... yet somehow, they know when it sometimes necessary to sacrifice it all for the greater good of its family and its species.

"The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese." ~ Unknown

It's good to take advantage of opportunities, however.... one who isn't careful and doesn't take precautions along the way may well find him or herself leaping headlong into the abyss, or worse, winding up like the first mouse. O_o

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