Had to share this amazing story from the March 2008 Loon Echoes newsletter from Joanne C. Williams at Michigan Loonwatch.It seems as Loon Rangers observe the same Loons frequently, keeping a careful distance and not disturbing them - that the Loon will begin to trust you. They seem to understand that they are not in danger from the Loon Rangers.
One Loon came to a Ranger's cottage for its' chick that was in trouble. "They act much as a cat or dog would when wanting someone to follow them, calling to win attention and then moving away and returning in a gesture that seemed to say 'Please follow.' When the Ranger did, he found "a chick was struggling hard to stay afloat while being caught and pulled down by something under the water. The Ranger lifted the chick out and found a small turtle holding onto the little bird's foot. The young one was freed and returned to the parents waiting only three feet away."
I was not only touched by the Loon Ranger's dedication to helping the Loon, but by the devotion and sophistication of the Loon parents to seek help.
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8 comments:
That is really neat. Animals are such good sense of character.
That was one great story!!! Nice photos too.
I am so glad you shared that story. The rescuer had a wonderful opportunity.
It might happen to you in the future - now that you're a loonatic! ;)
Wonderful story!
Cheers, Klaus
What a wonderful story! I'm growing very fond of your loons!
The world is fraught with such danger to the little Loons. I'm glad this one escaped.
What a good story to start my day with.... thanks!
Wow, that's quite a story. Way to go Momma Loon!
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