Joyfullee Loc: South FL

Today this footless Grackle found his way to my patio and a while later another with what appears to be a diseased foot.

Then comes another Grackle with a couple of white feathers in his tail. (this one I've seen a few times already)

Footless Grackle


Footless Grackle


He was mostly moving holding his foot up, like this.








White tail feather on a Grackle!


Very cool stance!

Lacey Girl Loc: Las Cruces, NM

Poor birds, does anyone know what is causing this?
:cry:

Joyfullee Loc: South FL

Can only offer guesses Lacey Girl, but it is sad to see. They seem to get on pretty good regardless.

Thanks for stopping to comment, appreciated. :-)

tejaswrangler Loc: South Texas

Joyfullee, nice pictures and story. Sad hearing about these injured birds, hope they survive long term. :thumbup:

angler Loc: StHelens England

Good set Joyfullee.

Joyfullee Loc: South FL

Thank yu tejaswrangler and appreciate you taking the time to respond. :-)

They seem to do quite well, in spite of injuries or handicaps.

Joyfullee Loc: South FL

Thank you angler! :-)

rlaugh Loc: Michigan & Florida

Poor critters,but great shots!

Rathyatra Loc: Southport, United Kingdom

Sad!! Amazing how they adapt!! Nice photos :thumbup:

Joyfullee Loc: South FL

Thanks rlaugh, appreciated! :-)

Joyfullee Loc: South FL

Thanks Rathyatra and appreciate you stopping to respond. :-)