Blind Raccoon leaving fountain

Guest - Jun 16, 2007 06:01 PM EDT
just an update on the blind raccoon. She's still around, we saw her wandering down our front driveway a few hours ago, then she was in our backyard. I gave her some food so that she won't have to wander while searching for it.

Guest - Jun 16, 2007 01:49 PM EDT
thankyou Janice and Vicki for the nice comments. I believe the crows caused her eye problems. The crows dive bomb the raccoons while they are on the branches in the trees, as they compete for food. It is a trait of crows to injure eyes of animals, I heard they do the same to newborn lambs if they get a chance, someone who lives in Scotland told me that, years ago.

Guest - Jun 16, 2007 01:45 PM EDT
A great capture, Alandra. A sad story, but even more amazing that it grew this large. Life is fragile and this is a great memory for you. Vicki

Guest - Jun 15, 2007 03:56 PM EDT
Beautiful shot of the raccoon. I hope it didnt meet its demise.

Guest - Jun 15, 2007 02:31 PM EDT
yes, think you're right, Lorraine. I think she probably had infection from the eye injuries, which might have been affecting her brain, as she was definitely disoriented. However, being blind would cause that too. anyway, guess we'll never know. Still haven't seen her since.

Guest - Jun 15, 2007 04:50 AM EDT
The poor thing, maybe she was sick as well, but I guess the wildlife would make the best choice for her. neat capture.