Friday, May 28, 2010

Feral Dogs, Cats, and Butterflies

The wildlife here is almost overwhelming. The most entertaining "neighbors" have been this feline family. They're wild but not shy about strolling by just after breakfast to see if you might leave some food out. Paula and Denny are not fans of these cats because they hunt the birds and of course likely have fleas. I caught one napping by the screen door near the kitchen. This is the mama-cat. Possibly pregnant...

I also saw this pack of wild dogs just across from the clinic on my way from work. They are a good example of the Tanzania Terrier, as the locals call them. I don't know if the breed is named officially but this is what all dogs here look like. I think I'm lucky these didn't eat me...

On the walk from the bungalow to the clinic, there is a spot where I always see the same butterfly. Here it is...

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