Saturday, February 13, 2010

Avian podiatry


Avian podiatry......diagnosis and treatment of bird foot disorders... After considering options and responses I've decided just to forget the feet on nuthatch. I am only fascinated with it's feet because when this little bird LOOKS like it is walking down the tree trunk, it is actually sidestepping down...which I find that remarkable...
But Robin and others mentioned using wire for the feet and I think that is an exciting solution and by the time I finish the series of 12 birds I'm sure I'll use that suggestion...

2 comments:

Robin said...

From the perspective of avian podiatry, I think you made a good decision about your nuthatch!

Robin A.

Robin said...

Oh, I've been meaning to ask you... Have you read "Wesley the Owl" by Stacey O' Brien? If not, I recommend it.

Robin A.