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Old 02-22-2006, 10:54 AM   #16 (permalink)
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That is one beautiful bird.
Yes Parihaka it was very beautiful bird to hold and watch how fast his/her eyes and head would move about and identify its surroundings. When they showed its wingspan (not while i was holding it) of approximately 7'-0 it was amazing. They say the power in their wings is just incredible with the amount of lift they supply.
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Yes Parihaka it was very beautiful bird to hold and watch how fast his/her eyes and head would move about and identify its surroundings. When they showed its wingspan (not while i was holding it) of approximately 7'-0 it was amazing. They say the power in their wings is just incredible with the amount of lift they supply.
I wouldn't have picked you as a Green Peace member though Dreadnought
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I wouldn't have picked you as a Green Peace member though Dreadnought
Who me? Nah no Greenpeace member here. But I couldnt pass up the chance at seeing such an awesome bird of prey up close and personal since my last experience with one was a bit scarey.
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