So I put my left foot in first
by Kym Backland
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So I put my left foot in first
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Kym Backland
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So do I put my left foot in, then my right foot in, I do the Hokey Pokey, and then I turn it all around? Is that what it's all about? Now, is that my right or your right foot I start on? hehe. This baby raccoon does the funniest moves. He has this funny stance, and he loves standing on his back legs. (Oh, I guess they are all LEGS, aren't they?) hehe. This is the broken ear baby raccoon. And, no these raccoons aren't my pets! They have lived here long before I moved in, and they just come to the same spot year after year to have their families. I live in a forest...so they live here too. I know they can be pests, but what's a Mother to do! There are quite a few families around here, and they live in the big Cedar trees that are around my domain.
Here is some of that technical information about the little feller called the Raccoon.
The size of a raccoon's home range as well as its nightly hunting area varies greatly depending on the habitat and food supply. Home range diameters of 1 mile are known to occur in urban areas. Mortality and Longevity.Raccoons die from encounters with vehicles, hunters, and trappers, and from disease, starvation, and predation. Young raccoons are the main victims of starvation, since they have very little fat reserves to draw from during food shortages in late winter and early spring. Raccoon predators include cougars, bobcats, coyotes, and domestic dogs. Large owls and eagles will prey on young raccoons. The average life span of a raccoon in the wild is 2 to 3 years; captive raccoons have lived. Viewing Raccoons Raccoons can be seen throughout the year, except during extremely cold periods. Usually observed at night, they are occasionally seen during the day eating or napping in a tree or searching elsewhere for food. Coastal raccoons take advantage of low tides and are seen foraging on shellfish and other food by day. Trails Raccoons use trails made by other wildlife or humans next to creeks, ravines, ponds, and other water sources. Raccoons often use culverts as a safe way to cross under roads. With a marsh on one side of the road and woods on the other, a culvert becomes their chief route back and forth. Look for raccoon tracks in sand, mud, or soft soil at either end of the culvert. In developed areas, raccoon travel along fences, next to buildings, and near food sources.
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John Babis
too funny, love your photos of these guys or is it the same one? v
Kym Backland replied:
John, No it's not the SAME ONE.. There are more.. Thanks for your visit and vote today!
Jenny Rainbow
Hungry, funny boy! Hopefully he got his food, as he did his best in posing for you, Kym! :-)
Genevieve Esson
Love it! Great capture of the raccoon. They can use their paws almost like human hands! Clever critters! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Genevieve, Thanks so much for coming by and giving this a vote! They sure are clever.. Yes, the paws like human hands.. exactly!
Annie Zeno
Love this shot!! V/F
Kym Backland replied:
Thanks for your vote and note on this... Yikes this was "Last month" whoops.. Still appreciate it Annie!
Andrzej Szczerski
How beautiful.excellent work! f / v
Kym Backland replied:
Andrzej, Thanks for your note and vote a while back! I appreciate your visits!
Ivete Basso
Beautiful shot and capture, Kim! V/F. Thanks for visit my gallery. Appreciate your nice comments and your V/F. Have a great weekend!
Kym Backland replied:
Ivete, Yikes, you wrote this over a month ago. I'll catch up someday! Thanks for keeping up your visits and votes!
Judy Palkimas
Another great image! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Judy, Judy, Judy, Thanks for your visit yesterday! I appreciate your vote and favor!
Alexandra Jordankova
Lovely image! - voted
Kym Backland replied:
Alexandra, Thanks so much! This little guy is a hoot! I appreciate your vote today!
Guy Ricketts
LOL Have you considered having a photo exhibition of just your coonie pics? I enjoy seeing the continuing saga of your raccoon neighbors, Kym! vf
Kym Backland replied:
Guy, Hey a new picture of you! I like it.. That's a funny idea! An exhibit.. Humm, well no, I never considered it.. It is like a soap opera isn't it? Thanks for the idea, the votes, and your words of wisdom today! Ciao for now my friend!
Randy Rosenberger
I would like to thank you for your great submission that is now FEATURED on the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery Homepage! Your artwork is very worthy of the special recognition that our group pays to the best of the best artists on FAA! It is truly an honor to have you as a member of our superb family of friends and fine artists here in our outstanding and supportive group! Thanks much for sharing! Forever, Elvis http://fineartamerica.com/groups/wisconsin-flowers-and-scenery.html
Kym Backland
RANDY, (Blue Elvis) Thank you for the feature today of my photo SO I PUT MY LEFT FOOT IN FIRST, in your group WISCONSIN FLOWERS AND SCENERY You are so kind to do the work you do for the group~
Kym Backland
BRUCE, How are you doing this May? Thank you for the feature the other day! I appreciate you giving my photo SO I PUT MY LEFT FOOT IN FIRST in your group .COMFORTABLE ART LIMIT 2 thanks so much for taking the time to feature the little feller~
John Malone
Very nice work!! Voted
Kym Backland replied:
John, My buddy! Thanks for your vote.. LAST MONTH!!! Wow, talk about missing the boat on this comment! YIKES!
Kym Backland
FOR THE LOVE OF ART, So many features, so little time to thank you! Thank you for the double feature the other day! I appreciate you giving my photo SO I PUT MY LEFT FOOT IN FIRST in your group .FOR THE LOVE OF ART GALLERY. thanks so much for all your time today....gheeze... you are really working it over there!
Kym Backland
CHARLIE... So many features, so little time to thank you! Thank you for the double feature the other day! I appreciate you giving my photo SO I PUT MY LEFT FOOT IN FIRST in your group LANDSCAPE AND NATURE.. thanks so much for all your time and dedication!
Terri Waselchuk
I want to do the hokey pokey with this little fella! What a great capture and title! voted
Kym Backland replied:
Terri, You have a good sense of humor! Ok put your right foot in... shake it all about Terri! Thanks for your vote!
Roxy Riou
Oh, he's SO cute! I would have a hard time not extending my hand to a little paw for a dance! :D Love this photo - favorited and voted!
Kym Backland replied:
Roxy, You express yourself so well! Thanks for wanting to dance with the little feller and for your votes and favor too!