What's in your neighborhood?

I live in Los Angeles CA and my first post is inspired by the Cryptozoology/Mythical Beasts forum. Does anyone pay attention to the normal creatures in their neighborhood? Maybe it's because I'm a smoker, I tend to be outside more often. There is a large flock of pigeons (110+) which is always being harassed by a solitary hawk. There is also a group of crows (18) and seagulls (5) which are seemingly drawn to the choice restaurant dumpsters. Whenever the hawk shows up it's aerial battle time as the seagulls and the crows dive bomb the hawk for 20-30 minute intervals. This happens on an almost daily basis and it's funny to me that these daily animal struggles happen right under peoples noses and no one notices/cares. Your thoughts and stories of the animals in your neighborhood are welcome.

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reply to post by marsbeatsmoon


I see a LOT of dogs and cats since I live in a pet community / apartment.
Nothing interesting, but plenty of poop.

Sounds normal too me.. But I do live in the pacific northwest so a lot of shenanigans round here.

reply to post by GmoS719


Yeah my neighborhood is really dog friendly. I think it's amazing how the flies are on it in seconds. I wonder how far they travel for the poop feast..

reply to post by GreenFurnNW


It's completely normal but I''ve always been fascinated how life continues to go on right under our noses whether we choose to see it or not.