Big Guy Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 In lieu of the recent unfortunate incident at a zoo there the score ended – Man 3, Gorilla 0, it looks like the wild is racking up a few points on man: https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2016/06/10/capybaras-still-playing-peekaboo.html A couple of weeks ago, two exotic creatures were purchased by the zoo in High Park in Toronto. They were two capybaras, which look like guinea pigs inflated to the size of sheep. While being transferred from the cages to the enclosure, these freedom lovers scampered to what they thought was freedom. They were soon referred to as “Bonnie” and “Clyde” and are continued to be cheered on by the social media. As of this writing, they have been sighted about 4 times but have not been captured. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/the-high-park-capybaras-folk-heroes-for-the-social-media-age/article30403406/ A German naturalist named Georg Marcgrave, writing in 1648 – left the strange observation that Capybaras are “superlative swimmers and pissers.” Now who could fail to love such an animal! Go Bonnie and Clyde Go !!!!!!!!! Quote Note - For those expecting a response from Big Guy: I generally do not read or respond to posts longer then 300 words nor to parsed comments.
Guest Posted June 11, 2016 Report Posted June 11, 2016 It's a shame the recent lion assisted suicide was interrupted by some meddling zookeeper. Could have helped even the score somewhat. Quote
bill_barilko Posted June 12, 2016 Report Posted June 12, 2016 They're safe & living in a ravine somewhere-winter will bring their demise. Quote
kimmy Posted June 12, 2016 Report Posted June 12, 2016 Am I the only one who finds the idea of feral capybaras taking over Toronto to be quite enchanting? This really appeals to my sense of whimsy. -k Quote (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
Big Guy Posted June 12, 2016 Author Report Posted June 12, 2016 Am I the only one who finds the idea of feral capybaras taking over Toronto to be quite enchanting? This really appeals to my sense of whimsy. -k I agree with you. I can see the makings of a Walt Disney movie where Bonnie and Clyde end up making their way back to South America. I understand that there are folks in Toronto building a giant mouse trap that they hope will catch these rodents. Quote Note - For those expecting a response from Big Guy: I generally do not read or respond to posts longer then 300 words nor to parsed comments.
Big Guy Posted June 14, 2016 Author Report Posted June 14, 2016 One of these freedom loving giant rodents has been captured. Apparently it could not resist some fresh Canadian corn and was trapped in an attempt to get some (and bring it back to its mate): http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/capybara-caught-1.3631942 While the capture was celebrated by the wildlife crew, they were unable to confirm whether it was Bonnie or Clyde. That may be fodder for another news flash! Quote Note - For those expecting a response from Big Guy: I generally do not read or respond to posts longer then 300 words nor to parsed comments.
bill_barilko Posted June 16, 2016 Report Posted June 16, 2016 I remember owning a watch strap made from Capybara leather-it lasted for years & years. Quote
Big Guy Posted June 28, 2016 Author Report Posted June 28, 2016 Unfortunately freedom has been short lived: https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2016/06/28/capybara-captured-runaway-rodent-safe-at-high-park-zoo.html Better luck next time! Quote Note - For those expecting a response from Big Guy: I generally do not read or respond to posts longer then 300 words nor to parsed comments.
eyeball Posted June 29, 2016 Report Posted June 29, 2016 Practice makes perfect. Quote A government without public oversight is like a nuclear plant without lead shielding.
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