Don't feed the wildlife!

in hive-161155 •  4 years ago  (edited)

Hi there,

I saw animal lovers from the houses nearby lakes feeding the ducks, herons, and ibises a couple of times. I thought this was a good and kind action.

Today though I was passing by the lake and witnessed a giant splash in the water. Usually, I wouldn't pay attention to it as I saw a large fish living in these lakes. Yet, today I paid attention to the new sign you see in the photo below and thought to myself. "Ouch!"

Despite their seeming slowness and clumsiness, alligators could run and are quite fast. Indeed, better to stay away from the water.

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To be honest I don't think we should feed animals/wildlife at all. Frequently we give the wrong food plus nature is capable to take care of herself.

  ·  4 years ago (edited)

In principle, I agree with you. However, it's very tempting. Especially because there are some very old ducks live here. I call them senior citizens. Sometimes, when they cross the road they stop to think in the middle of it and all the cars that need to pass by have to stand and wait. )))

Stopping for animals to cross the road isn't the same as feeding them (bread). We also help frogs to cross the road. That's because we build roads where we shouldn't build.

That's an interesting duckfor a wild duck. 🤔

I agree. It's tempting for an animal lover, but not necessary.

  ·  4 years ago 

Ой. Разве это нормально жить рядом с крокодилами?

Наверное нет. Но вот рядом с надписями - вполне ок. )))