04-22-2012, 10:01 AM
The wild turkeys are no big deal.
I lived in Waikoloa Village a decade ago, and they were there. I still visit there. The turkey population hasn't exploded and they don't really cause problems.
I have a feeling they prefer the more arid areas, as they've had plenty of time to spread to the rain forest but haven't done so.
As far as going back to all native species goes, I don't believe that genie can be put back in the bottle. What we have is what lives here. We should be careful about new introductions, very careful.
Someone said I'm in denial about what my cats kill. No, I'm not, because I see what they kill. Only one of them, the old cat can't catch anything any more. The hunter cat has a compulsion to bring every catch into our house. Every rat, mouse, chameleon, and every so often a mynah bird.
I can't seem to break her of this disgusting habit, so, unfortunately, I am not able to be in denial about what she kills, as I am the clean up person. [
] The bell on the collar really makes a difference with the birds, and I recommend it. The birds spook and fly when they hear the bell and all the cat gets is exercise. For some reason, the rodent stats aren't affected by the bell.
Tom, I am very sorry to hear about this aggressive new dog near you. Good for you guys in helping out. Hope the owners deal with it! Please do not be reluctant to call police when an aggressive dog confronts walkers. This is not something where a second chance is desirable, IMHO.
I lived in Waikoloa Village a decade ago, and they were there. I still visit there. The turkey population hasn't exploded and they don't really cause problems.
I have a feeling they prefer the more arid areas, as they've had plenty of time to spread to the rain forest but haven't done so.
As far as going back to all native species goes, I don't believe that genie can be put back in the bottle. What we have is what lives here. We should be careful about new introductions, very careful.
Someone said I'm in denial about what my cats kill. No, I'm not, because I see what they kill. Only one of them, the old cat can't catch anything any more. The hunter cat has a compulsion to bring every catch into our house. Every rat, mouse, chameleon, and every so often a mynah bird.
I can't seem to break her of this disgusting habit, so, unfortunately, I am not able to be in denial about what she kills, as I am the clean up person. [
] The bell on the collar really makes a difference with the birds, and I recommend it. The birds spook and fly when they hear the bell and all the cat gets is exercise. For some reason, the rodent stats aren't affected by the bell.Tom, I am very sorry to hear about this aggressive new dog near you. Good for you guys in helping out. Hope the owners deal with it! Please do not be reluctant to call police when an aggressive dog confronts walkers. This is not something where a second chance is desirable, IMHO.