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Rising seas may eventually submerge some important U.S. historical landmarks

Discussion in 'Environmental Discussion' started by pilotgrrl, Dec 4, 2017.

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    i had never seen one before. the first time, we were out for a walk. we were going one way, and she/he was coming the other. i was amazed at how long the feathers are when dragging behind them.
     
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    Yeah, they can lift them up past the vertical and shake them to make a kind of hissing or rattling noise.
     
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    i have turkeys out back that do the same, not nearly as impressive though.
     
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    Like my old mother in law, another old bird not to be messed with!
     
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