Yup, it's that time of year again; leaves changing, temperatures dropping, and squirrels committing suicide.
The travesty in the squirrel population is seen everywhere; deflated fur and guts in the middle of the road, on the side of the road, even on the sidewalks. The mass life exodus is a mournful time for those of us witnessing the squished little bodies along the highways.
Why would squirrels be so unhappy as to take their life. Squirrels have had a happy summer, languishing in the sun, stealing from bird feeders, etc.
Yesterday on my way into work, a squirrel ran across five lanes of the interstate traffic without a scratch; one of the unluckiest suicide attempts ever witnessed.
I would say the demise in the squirrel population during the fall is one of nature's mysteries, much like the beaching of whales. Say a prayer for the suicidal squirrel whose poor body you pass next time.
2 comments:
In North Carolina, the deer are suicidal at this time of year.
I think they know that hunting season begins soon, and just want a SAY in how they die.
hee hee... check this: Suicidal Squirrels... :)
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